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SHELLFISH IN THE DIET

The Good News About Shellfish

Some of the most popular shellfish are crab, lobster, oysters, crayfish, mussels, clams, shrimp, abalone, scallops and whelks.  Click here to view the nutritional strengths of these popular shellfishes!

Most are moderate in calories and packed with a strongbox of necessary nutrients that are heart-healthy.  Click here to view the recommended serving size and calories for the popular shellfishes.

The Sad News About Shellfish

One would assume with all the ocean water that our shellfish supply would be unlimited.  Unfortunately, shellfish survive in the more shallow waters - as most fish do.  It's one of the reasons that shellfish, as well as fish, tends to be pricey at the market - especially when compared with farm-raised catfish, per say.

Due to toxic dumping by businesses, as well as oil spills - polluted waters infect our shellfish supply, thereby further increasing market value for healthy specimens.

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