Meat and seafood are primary protein sources, but their nutritional values vary by cut and preparation. From the benefits of swordfish to the digestibility of red meat, learn the facts about calories and protein in your favorite proteins.
You might be a little confused when you hear that you need to eat more seafood to improve heart health, because you've also heard that shrimp is high in cholesterol. If you have high cholesterol, you need to limit your intake of dietary cholesterol to less than 200 milligrams a day.
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If you seek a low-fat fish to make a healthful addition to your diet, reach for mahi-mahi, also called dolphinfish. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services lists mahi-mahi as low in mercury, which makes it a healthier alternative to similar-tasting but mercury-laden fish, such as swordfish.
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Chicken is a versatile food rich in high-quality protein. You may cook it many ways, combined with a wide variety of herbs and spices. Chicken is a flavorful and delicious nutrient-rich food. Skinless poultry, such as chicken, is lower in total and saturated fat than most beef.
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Tri-tip is one of the 29 cuts of beef the U.S. Department of Agriculture defines as lean since it contains less than 10 grams of fat, only 4.5 grams or less of saturated fat and fewer than 95 milligrams of cholesterol in a 3-ounce serving.
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Spam is well known for providing a convenient source of meat in a can, yet it is rarely considered a healthy food choice. Spam offers a variety of meats, some of which have a better nutrition profile than others.
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If you seek an alternative to canned crab meat -- and you don't want to spend hours prying the meat from crab shells -- you might be tempted to turn to imitation crab meat for your recipes. Made from white fish, imitation crab meat goes through processing so that it approximates the taste of real crab.
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In August 2010, Five Guys Burgers and Fries was voted the Best Fast Food Burger by the Zagat Guide. They also received runner-up in the Best French Fries category. With all of this delicious food, it would seem that the nutritional content in Five Guys' food offerings must be extremely unhealthy.
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Shrimp are the most popular seafood in the United States, and these tasty prawns can be a healthy addition to your diet. Shrimp are low in fat and calories and have a relatively neutral flavor that makes them a natural addition to salads, pastas, soups and stir-fried dishes.
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A staple on many appetizer menus, calamari, which is made by frying sliced or whole squid that's been breaded, can fit into a balanced and healthful diet. It offers some nutritional value, boosting your intake of minerals and vitamins, as well as macronutrients needed for energy.
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Popeyes is a popular destination for enjoying the taste of fried chicken. As delicious as the chicken may be, the flavor comes at a cost in terms of calories, fat and sodium.
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When people think of red meat, oftentimes beef is the first thing to come to mind. Despite red meat being a great source of protein, iron and zinc, medical professionals caution consumers to limit red meat in their diets due to the saturated fat content. That said, you can also find lean red meat options.
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Although you may think swapping that steak for a chicken breast is a healthy choice, you may want to reconsider. Although red meat has a reputation for being high in saturated fat and cholesterol, lean cuts of red meat are packed with protein, iron, zinc and B-vitamins with a minimal amount of saturated fat.
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The basic ingredients in a south Philly cheese steak sandwich are bread, thinly sliced beef and cheese with the option of onions, bell peppers or mushrooms. A cheese steak can be high in calories and fat, but it is possible to include it in a healthy diet.
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A white-fleshed native Australian fish with a firm texture and mild, buttery flavor, barramundi is also known as the giant perch or nairfish.
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Kobe beef, originating in Kobe, Japan, refers to meat from Wagyu cattle. "Wa" means things that are Japanese and "gyu" means cattle or beef. One reason Kobe beef is so desired is because of the high level of marbling in the meat.
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The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says all foods can be included in a healthy diet. Fish contains many essential nutrients, but fried items are generally considered unhealthy because of high fat and calorie content.
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Pork sausage links are a type of sausage made from ground pork, herbs and spices. While many sausage links combine pork and beef, most pork sausage uses only pork meat. It is usually formed into a casing, cooked then eaten as a breakfast food or chopped into small pieces and served as an appetizer at parties.
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If you regularly eat salmon, you are probably well aware of the potential health effects of mercury. Typically, salmon is available as wild or farm raised.
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If you've had a long day at work and plan to grab a quick bite on the way home, a burger and fries combo isn't your only choice. Fans of chicken and southern-style side dishes might favor a visit to Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen.
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Chicken is a type of poultry that is high in protein and, when eaten without the skin, quite lean. Skinless white meat chicken breast is the lowest in fat and calories.
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