Jakarta (ANTARA) \u2014 Chicken and prawns are both easy-to-prepare\nsources of protein, but people who need to manage their blood\ncholesterol should understand the different types of fat they\ncontain.<\/p>\n
As cited in an EatingWell report on Monday (19 October), dietitian\nMichelle Routhenstein said chicken\u2019s main benefit depends on the foods\nit replaces.<\/p>\n
The founder and head of nutrition consultancy Entirely Nourished said\nthat replacing foods high in saturated fat, such as fatty beef or\nprocessed meat, with skinless chicken may help improve cholesterol\nlevels.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, if chicken is used to replace fish, beans or other lean\nprotein sources, you should not expect much additional benefit for your\ncholesterol levels,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
The cooking method, seasonings and sauces used to serve chicken also\naffect the amount of saturated fat in the dish.<\/p>\n
Routhenstein said minimally processed, skinless chicken can be a\nlower-saturated-fat food choice. Chicken that is grilled, roasted or\ncooked in an air fryer is generally a better option for people trying to\nmanage their cholesterol.<\/p>\n
\u201cFrying, coating it in breadcrumbs, leaving the skin on, or adding\nbutter and rich sauces can significantly increase saturated fat,\u201d she\nsaid.<\/p>\n
Some studies suggest that poultry consumption is not associated with\na higher risk of heart disease. However, this does not mean chicken\ndirectly protects against heart disease.<\/p>\n
Dietitian Renee Korczak said prawns contain cholesterol but are low\nin saturated fat. A three-ounce serving of prawns contains about 161\nmilligrams of cholesterol, but almost no saturated fat.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor most people, saturated fat intake and their overall diet have a\nmuch greater effect on LDL cholesterol levels,\u201d Korczak said, referring\nto low-density lipoprotein, commonly known as \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol.<\/p>\n
Prawns also provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, which may\nhelp lower triglyceride and cholesterol levels.<\/p>\n
She said eating prawns may cause a greater rise in LDL levels among\npeople who are highly responsive to dietary cholesterol than among those\nwho are less responsive.<\/p>\n
Korczak said both chicken and prawns can be part of a heart-healthy\ndiet if they are prepared healthily, without using much oil, butter or\nother high-fat ingredients.<\/p>\n
Routhenstein said that if the specific aim is to minimise cholesterol\nintake, skinless chicken breast is generally the better choice. \u201cIf the\ngoal is to minimise saturated fat while still getting high-quality\nprotein, plain prawns can be a good option,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
To reduce cholesterol and fat intake, chicken and prawns should be\nprepared with healthy fats and cooking methods such as grilling,\nsteaming, boiling or stir-frying with a small amount of oil.<\/p>\n
They can also be served with vegetables, beans and whole grains,\nwhich are rich in fibre and can help manage cholesterol levels.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/which-is-better-for-managing-cholesterol-chicken-or-prawns-1792486510", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }