Products And Their Values
Chicken & Chicken Eggs
Female chicken may lay eggs daily (Layers), some
occasionally. The ones which do not lay eggs may be suffering from
abnormalities such as Narrow Pelvis. Hens would lay eggs whether or not they meet
a cock or Male chicken. The males are only necessary for egg fertilization.
Layers are capable of laying about 250 eggs a year. These layers have to
consume about 5 Pounds of Feed to produce a dozen eggs. Chicken raised for meat
are called ‘Broilers’.
Chicken is not classified among red meat, which makes it
therefore, safe to eat regularly. Chicken meat is known for its high Protein
content but it as well contains Vitamins B1,B2,B3,B5,B6,B12. This level of protein
content helps to keep the bones healthy especially in elderly people. Eating
chicken meat can help reduce Stress, brighten your mood and make keep the brain
stable. Also, eating chicken regularly helps reduce the risk of heart disease.
Chicken eggs contain all the essential nutrients contained
in the chicken meat including Vitamins D, K and Phosphorus. A single chicken
egg may contain about 6% of Protein, 77 Calories. The high cholesterol in
chicken eggs does not actually increase the cholesterol level of the blood. It
instead, reduces the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver while
increasing HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) which is termed the ‘Good
Cholesterol’. Eating Chicken eggs regularly will help improve the eye health.
Avocados
It is sometimes called the Alligator Pear. Avocados thrive in tropical and Mediterranean climates.
When added into cosmetics products they are very good for skin and hair. In Medicare products they are good in healing wounds, toothaches, diarrhea and stimulating menstrual flow. Its seed can also be ground and used in Medicare products for treating dandruff. It also helps combat microbes that cause bad breath.
They are good anti-oxidants, containing active ingredients such as; Lycopene and beta-carotene. Avocados have high fat content but they are classified under healthy fats according to research because they boost a healthy skin and hair, preventing the skin from wrinkling.
One of its active contents; Vitamin B6, folic acid, and Omega-3 helps reduce Cardiovascular risks. It also helps prevent Cancer and promotes blood sugar. It contains Lutein (good for vision), Folate (good for cell repair and in during Pregnancy). They contain more potassium that bananas, with 2grams of Protein.
Cashew Nut
This is got from the cashew apple (the flesh). The nut also known as the Anacardium Nut is a yellowish-brownish hard fruit that grows from the bottom of the cashew apple with a distinct scent. It has a shell which covers the kernel inside. The kernel becomes the edible part of the nut.
These fruits are mainly found in Africa, Europe, and some parts of The South Americas. They are stored in temperatures ranging between 5 and 20 degree Celsius.
The contain dietary fibers, oil(healthy fat content), calories, vitamins B1,B5,B6, minerals- Magnesium, Potassium, Iron, copper, zinc etc. that help prevent from diseases such as Cancer. It contains about 5g of Protein per Ounce. It contains no cholesterol and therefore make healthy fat food for Cardiovascular/heart patients.
They are good anti-oxidants good for the skin and hair as it helps produce Melanin.
The cashew apple is delicious in taste and can be to make sandwich pastes like Jam. They are appetizers and can be served roasted, sugar coated, salted or Coated with chololate.
Quails and Quail Eggs
Quails belong in Phasianidae(Pheasant) family. These includes birds such as; Peacock, Pheasant, patridge, jungle fowl etc.The found main open bushy areas. They feed on seeds, roots, leaves, insects etc. They are good for meat and their eggs are tasty and highly nutritious. The most common ones called the Coturnix coturnix are the found in Nigeria. The nutritional value of these eggs are 4 times greater than of chicken eggs. This is partly because their hard protective shells helps prevent bacteria from penetrating their surfaces. They contain Vitamins A, B 1(140%) while chicken eggs contain only about 50%, B2, B12, C & D.
There’s also Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper etc. It boosts libido in men and improves fetus and general reproduction process. They are a great supplements for child brain development. They can be eaten cooked or fried. They contain much more protein than chicken eggs and help to fight allergies, stomach ulcers, strengthens the nervous and brain system.
Snails
Snails are of the class Gastropoda.
Gastropods including Slugs can be traced as far back as 500 million years ago.
Snails
are Hermaphrodites (i.e Possessing both male and female reproductive organs)
and are nocturnal (i.e seeing and acting more freely at night) with eyes that
tend to grow back if lost. Snails can be found mostly in humid, shaded areas.
Snails contain lots of Lectin
(Sugar-binding and Carbohydrate-binding Proteins). They contain Vitamin A, B12,
E, & K. They also contain Iron, Selenium, & Manganese. They are made up
of about 80% water, 15% Protein, & 5% healthy fat. They low in Calories
with 90 Calories per 100g serving.
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