Why You Should Never Buy Canned Beans at the Grocery Store (And What to Buy Instead)
Be Careful to Read The Labels Carefully
We talked about “crab nutrients” and how the legs we buy at the supermarket or eat at a buffet lack them. In reality, crab meat is a product rich in benefits, as several nutritionists and experts confirm. We’re talking about a very valuable (and also expensive) food full of essential fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins essential for the body’s functioning. It also contains high levels of protein, selenium, omega-3 fats, B vitamins, phosphorus, calcium, and other minerals. In short, crab is an excellent food to combine with a healthy, balanced diet.
Unfortunately, the packaged crab legs you find at the grocery store don’t have these nutritional values, so if you thought you were getting a load of omega-3s, you’re wrong. In reality, “real crab legs” do exist and are sold at fishmongers or in more specialized frozen food sections (always be careful to read the label). They obviously cost more than double that of surimi, but in this case, we’re talking about real, ultra-fresh fish with a naturally sweet flavor and high protein content, not festival-quality imitations. If you love seafood and want to avoid fake foods, you could try octopus or calamari, shrimp or prawns, or seafood-flavored tofu (for vegans): these are certainly more accessible and nutritious than frozen crab legs.
