How you cook your seafood affects its nutrition. Seafood is a good source of protein, iron, vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids, which all play an important role in a healthy diet. Seafood, like wild salmon, shrimp and crayfish, are also rich in astaxanthin. "By decreasing inflammation, astaxanthin can help prevent, and treat, a number of problems that result directly from inflammation, including rheumatoid arthritis, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive stress injuries," says Dr. Joseph Mercola in an article on his website.
Unfortunately, some cooking methods leach out a large percentage of these nutrients. Steaming is an alternative to frying or sauteing seafood. Because the food never touches hot water or oil, it cooks in its own natural juices, retaining its moisture and most of its nutrients, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
