Jakarta (ANTARA) – Chicken is the easiest type of meat to find at a relatively affordable price, but still delicious and beneficial for the body.
However, there are a number of tips that we must also do in order to get the maximum benefit from this. In the following, the Titipku application shares a number of lists of the benefits of chicken meat for the body and tips for obtaining these benefits as received via a press statement in Jakarta on Saturday (6/5).
Source of protein
Chicken meat contains high protein which is very important for the growth and repair of human body tissues. The protein content in chicken meat reaches 24-29 grams per 100 grams.
To maximize the function of protein to build the body, it is necessary to balance the intake of chicken meat with regular exercise. Also make sure that the part of the chicken that is consumed is the part that has a little fat, such as the breast, so that the maximum benefits of protein can be obtained.
Low in calories
Chicken meat is also low in calories and low in fat when compared to other red meats, so it can help in maintaining weight.
For comparison, a skinless chicken thigh contains only 180 calories, while a skinless breast contains only 165 calories. Compared to beef sirloin contains 250 calories.
To keep the chicken calories we consume low, make sure to process the chicken in a way that doesn’t increase the calories. If you fry the chicken, of course the calories will soar. Conversely, if processed by boiling, the calories can be kept low.
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Source of vitamins and minerals
Chicken meat contains B complex vitamins such as vitamin B3 (niacin) and vitamin B6 as well as important minerals such as iron and selenium which the human body needs.
Vitamin B complex can help process food into the energy that humans need. Vitamin B6 in chicken meat can also maintain a healthy nervous system.
So that we get the maximum vitamins and minerals from consuming chicken meat, make sure the chicken is not overcooked over high heat. Excessive cooking process can eliminate the nutritional content of chicken. Make sure to cook the chicken over medium heat until cooked just right (not too dry).
Boosts the immune system
Chicken meat also contains iron which is important for the immune system and helps in fighting infection.
However, we will not get these benefits if the chicken we eat is not fresh, unhealthy or dirty. Instead of increasing the body’s immunity, we actually get sick from chicken meat. In order to get the benefits of chicken meat on this one, make sure you buy chicken from a trusted seller.
Improves bone health
Chicken meat is rich in calcium and phosphorus which help in strengthening human bones and teeth. Just like the vitamin content, we will not get the calcium and phosphorus content if the chicken meat is overcooked.
So, make sure the chicken we cook is cooked just right and cooked with a flame that is not too high.
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2023-05-06 05:13:25
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