Maryland blue crabs have some great health benefits!
Maryland crab cakes have always had the reputation of being the most delicious and freshest crab cakes, but did you also know they’re very healthy? This is due to the special ingredient that makes our crab cakes different- the Maryland blue crab! Learn all about the health benefits of blue crabs, then come down to Box Hill for some of our world famous crab cakes to satisfy your craving!
Protein
The Maryland blue crab has some great health benefits, as it is essentially pure protein while being very low in calories. While many people get their protein from animals like cows, pigs, and chicken, crab meat is a great alternative as it isn’t as heavy. Athletes often choose crab meat as a main form of protein for the low calories, but it’s also perfect for those on diets or those who are just generally trying to eat healthier.
Omega-3
Seafood, including crab, is high in omega-3, which helps you maintain a steady metabolism and reduces your chance of heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in the form of fish oil pills, which have become a very popular supplement people take every day. While taking these pills doesn’t hurt, eating crab is much more enjoyable, and you get the same health benefits!
Low Saturated Fats
No food is completely perfect, and it is true that blue crab meat contains about a third of the daily recommendation of dietary cholesterol. However, this doesn’t mean that eating crab meat will cause high cholesterol levels. In fact, saturated fats are far more responsible for raising blood cholesterol levels, and blue crab meat is actually very low in saturated fats.
Selenium and Riboflavin
Selenium and riboflavin are minerals and vitamins essential to cognitive and energy production, and crab meat offers a good source of both. Selenium can also be found in organ meat, but many people don’t find that to be very appetizing. Instead, crab meat allows you to get all these benefits while still tasting delicious! In addition to selenium and riboflavin, crab meat is also a good source of Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Calcium, and Iron.
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We are located in Abingdon, Maryland, and our crab cakes are available year-round! If you ever have any questions or comments about Box Hill or our Maryland crab cakes, use our contact form here.
Box Hill Crab Cakes is your source for the freshest, most authentic Maryland crab cakes—and we’ll ship them to your door! Our top-secret family recipe has been fine-tuned for decades, and we guarantee you will love them. Visit us online to place your order or give us a call at 410-515-3662. Want to get recipe ideas, updates, and information on sales? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Google+, Trip Advisor, YouTube, and Twitter.
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