The magical power of cod liver! Cod liver is an exquisite delicacy often referred to as "sea foie gras"! The benefits of this product are combined with an amazing spicy taste. In ancient times, harsh Vikings often ate raw cod liver, which helped them survive all the hardships of the northern winter. The Scandinavians also used it as a panacea for many diseases. Cod liver is one of the most valuable fish products. It saturates the human body with trace elements, vitamins and fatty acids. It is a healthy dish for both women and men. Cod liver is harvested in Norway, Japan, Denmark, Sweden, Ireland, and Iceland. In Azerbaijan, the finished product most often comes from Russia, namely from Murmansk, Kamchatka, the Arkhangelsk region and their environs. The delicacy is valued for its high concentration of fat: from 65% to 72%. In terms of the concentration of OMEGA-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, cod liver surpasses the meat of red and white fish. It is a rich source of fish oil, which is especially indispensable in late autumn, winter and early spring when the body is experiencing a viral load.
What is the usefulness of COD LIVER? Strengthens immunity. Improves eyesight. Stimulates the reduction of blood sugar levels. Prevents the development of endocrine pathologies. Normalizes the condition of the skin and hair. Stimulates the brain. Prevents physical fatigue. Relieves nervous tension, and insomnia. Maintains the elasticity of blood vessels. Prevents the development of cardiac pathologies. Strengthens bone tissue. Cod liver is saturated with useful elements and active substances. It contains the following trace elements: potassium, chlorine, sulfur, calcium, magnesium, and sodium. The product also contains iron, manganese, and zinc. Trace elements play an important role in the proper functioning of the body and maintaining health. The content of various substances determines the general well-being, tone and proper metabolism. The product contains vitamin D, which a person receives in its natural form from sunlight. Cod liver is rich in vitamin A, which is a powerful antioxidant. The presence of this substance in the human body guarantees protection against inflammatory processes. This product is also rich in vitamin E, which slows down the aging process. Vitamins A and E are fat-soluble, and cod liver just contains a lot of fat in the composition. Add to this vitamins K, C, B1, B2, B6, B9, PP - you get a truly indispensable product! At the same time, it is still easily digested and quickly absorbed. Pregnant women need to eat up to 30 grams of the product 2 times a week. It is impossible to exceed the dosage, as a glut of vitamins and minerals can occur. While breastfeeding, it is also useful for women to eat cod liver 2 times a week. Offal improves lactation and saturates milk with OMEGA-3. Pediatricians recommend introducing cod liver into children's diet from 3 years old. At an early age, the product can cause dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract, since the baby's body does not produce enough enzymes to digest fatty foods. A child from 3 to 6 years old can be given 20 grams of liver 1 time per week, from 6 to 10 years old - 30 grams 1-2 times a week, from 10 to 14 years old - 30 grams 2 times a week. From the age of 14, you can gradually increase the dose of cod liver consumption to the adult norm: 30 grams per day. The attractiveness of the delicacy is that there is nothing unhealthy in the jar. Cod liver is a raw product seasoned with pepper and salt. The canning process does not involve heat treatment. The liver is not smoked, boiled, or marinated. In fact, canned cod is prepared in its own juice and without the addition of preservatives, dyes, stabilizers, etc. All this contributes to the preservation of useful substances in their original form. Cod liver is a very nutritious and high-calorie product. 100 grams of canned food contains: proteins - 4.2 grams; fats - 65.7 grams; carbohydrates - 1.2 grams. The energy value of canned food is 613 kcal.
The product is completely ready for use, it does not require additional processing. It is eaten as an independent dish on bread because the taste is pronounced. However, more often, salads or cold snacks are made from cod liver, which can diversify not only the daily menu but also decorate the festive table. Nutritionists recommend eating all high-calorie dishes in the morning, so it is better to serve snacks prepared with cod liver during the day to spend the calories eaten. The main thing is to correctly combine cod liver with 2-3 lighter calorie foods, and then everyone will remain healthy and full. Cod liver is served with potatoes or rice, onions and chicken eggs. A popular form of the dish is pâté. It is not difficult to prepare it: you should chop the onions and eggs, mix them with canned food, and the snack is ready. If you decide to make a salad, it is better to season it not with mayonnaise, but with vegetable oil. Important when using
