Chances are you’ve heard about how healthy chicken is for you.
Let’s take a closer look.
THE POWER OF PROTEIN
This lean meat means little fat and lots of protein.
Protein builds muscle and supports bone health.
That, in turn protects against arthritis and osteoporosis.
A NATURAL ANTIDEPRESSANT
Poultry, in general, contains serotonin.
When you eat chicken, these levels in your brain increase.
Higher levels of serotonin can thwart depression.
HEART HEALTHY
Chicken is good for your heart on so many levels.
- It contains very little fat.
- Contains niacin which helps keep your cholesterol in check.
- Controls and suppresses the amino acid, homocysteine, thereby lowering the risk of heart disease
TRACE MINERALS AND VITAMINS
Chicken packs a variety of B Vitamins that help prevent cancer and repairs DNA.