High in nutrients and low in fat, prawns are a wonderfully versatile and delicious diet food.

Containing very little fat and virtually no saturated fat, prawns provide good levels of zinc and selenium. These minerals strengthen the immune system and increase resistance to infection. They also improve liver function. As the waste disposal unit of the body, the liver needs to be working at optimum level to eliminate toxins and waste most efficiently. It also plays a part in metabolizing fat. Prawns are high in salt, so wash before use and never add any extra salt to prawn dishes.

PRAWN NUTRIENTS

Vitamins B3, B12; calcium, iodine, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc; fibre; protein.The zinc found in prawns is beneficial for women taking oral contraceptives.

KING PRAWN SALAD

Ingredients:

• 8 cooked king-size prawns, peeled
• 3 handfuls of mixed salad leaves and herbs
• 1 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice.

In a bowl, mix the prawns with the leaves and herbs. Drizzle over the oil and lemon juice and sprinkle with black pepper.

Source: The top 100 diet secrets by Anna Selby

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