How Oysters Benefit the Chesapeake Bay
We’ve discussed the health benefits of eating oysters in previous blogs, but for a refresher, let’s talk about a few of them again. Oysters boost your immune system with their high zinc content, which promotes immune system health. Oysters also contain lots of the vitamin B-12, which helps to break down carbohydrates in the body. And, oysters provide great benefits to your intergumentary system, or in other words, they help keep your hair, skin, and nails health. The proteins found in oysters are complete proteins, which contain all of the essential amino acids, which are critical for lots of bodily functions.
So, eating oysters is pretty healthy for you. But did you know that oysters are also healthy for the environment? Oysters filter the water and in the process remove excess nutrients that cause algae blooms which can use up all of the oxygen in the water. Algae blooms can cause dead zones in the Chesapeake Bay, or any body of water, which basically prevent any kind of marine life from living there due to low oxygen levels. Oysters remove excess nutrients through a process called bioassimilation. While they feed on phytoplankton, oysters store these excess nutrients in their shells and tissue. Check out this time lapse video from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation which shows oysters cleaning up murky water for a nice visual.
Catonsville Gourmet: The Best Fresh Seafood in the Baltimore Area
Catonsville Gourmet is the perfect destination for fresh seafood, from crabmeat to rockfish to today’s fresh catch, in the Baltimore area. We offer the freshest seafood, delectable prepared foods, gourmet products and a unique dining experience.
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Source
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/01/110121103750.htm