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Seafood is the perfect choice for health-conscious individuals. The recipes listed provide an excellent source of protein which is also very low in calories, fat, and cholesterol. Two servings of seafood a week is the best way to get omega-3 fatty acids which are beneficial to health.

An excellent source of protein
Low in calories
Low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol
The most significant source of omega-3 fatty acids .
Low in sodium
A great source of vitamins and minerals
Loaded with protein. Not only is seafood healthful, but it is also convenient to prepare. And with the number of different species available from The Lusty Lobster, seafood offers an almost endless variety from which to choose. Seafood is an excellent source of protein.An average 3 1/2 ounce serving of seafood provides 17 -21 grams of complete protein. That's about half the protein the body needs each day. And because seafood does not contain a lot of connective tissue, it is more easily chewed and digested than most other protein choices.
Seafood is low in calories.Seafood is the best protein investment for the calorie--conscious consumer. Most seafood contains less than 100 calories in a 3 1/2 ounce serving. Compare that with 160 calories for a similar portion of chicken and more than 200 calories for beef A 3 1/2 ounce fillet of sole will fill half of your plate, giving the appearance of vol-ume for only 90 calories. And because seafood is so rich in flavor, it does not require much fat and oil to prepare a delicious meal.
Seafood Is very low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol.
Many species of seafood have less than one gram of fat per 3 ounce serving. Health experts recommend that Americans should limit total fat intake to 30% of total calories each day. Most seafood gets 10-30% of its calories from fat. Cholesterol levels are also low in most seafood, with an average of 15-20 mg of cholesterol per ounce compared to 25 mg per ounce for chicken and 30 mg per ounce for beef
Seafood is the most significant source of omega-3 fatty acids.
Seafood provides a unique polyunsaturated fat called omega-3 fatty acids. These fats may have protective benefits against heart disease, cancer, and inflammatory conditions. Seafood is the most significant source of these unique fatty acids.
Seafood is low in sodium.
Seafood is naturally low in sodium. A 3 ounce serving of fin-fish provides less than lOO mg of sodium. Shellfish contains more sodium-between 150-300 mg per ounce.
Seafood is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals.
Seafood is a good source of B-vitamins, primarily thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin. All species contain substantial amounts of phosphorus and potassium.
Clams, mussels, and oysters are excellent sources of iron and zinc-both nutrients that can be difficult to get in traditional low-cholesterol diets.