DESCRIPTION
- Rich in High-Quality Protein
- Low in Calories, High in Nutrition
- Good Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- High in Antioxidant Selenium
- Rich in Vitamin B12 and Iron
- Contains Astaxanthin
- Supports Bone and Joint Health
- May Help in Weight Management
Product & Dietary Information
Description
Health Benefits of Shrimp (Chemeen / ചെമ്മീൻ)
- Rich in High-Quality Protein
- Builds and repairs muscle tissue.
- Keeps you full longer, helping with weight control.
- Low in Calories, High in Nutrition
- Very few calories per serving but packed with vitamins and minerals.
- Ideal for low-calorie diets.
- Good Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Supports heart health, reduces inflammation, and helps with brain function.
- High in Antioxidant Selenium
- Protects cells from oxidative damage.
- Supports thyroid function and immunity.
- Rich in Vitamin B12 and Iron
- Helps produce red blood cells.
- Boosts energy and supports the nervous system.
- Contains Astaxanthin
- A powerful antioxidant that gives shrimp its pink color.
- Promotes skin health, eye health, and may reduce signs of aging.
- Supports Bone and Joint Health
- Contains phosphorus, zinc, and magnesium, important for strong bones.
- May Help in Weight Management
- Low fat, high protein, and satisfying – ideal for dieters.
Other Common Names for Shrimp (Chemeen):
| Language/Region | Name |
| Malayalam | ചെമ്മീൻ (Chemeen) |
| Tamil | இறால் (Iral) |
| Telugu | రొయ్యల (Royyala) |
| Kannada | ಸೇನೇ (Sene) / ಚಿಂಗಡ (Chingada) |
| Hindi | झींगा (Jhinga) |
| Bengali | চিংড়ি (Chingri) |
| Konkani | Sungta |
| English (Large) | Prawns |
| English (Small) | Shrimp |
Cooking Tip:
Shrimp cooks very quickly – overcooking can make it rubbery. Perfect in curries, stir-fries, fries, or grills.
