Health Benefits Of Caviar - Nutritional Value Of Caviar, Nutritional Benefits Of Eating Caviar

Caviar is a wonderful appetizer, garnish and spread which is prepared after sieving and salting a fish known as roe. A grainy textured fish, caviar is extremely perishable and should be stored as soon as the fish lays eggs. Caviar has a luscious taste and has a consistency that is similar to that of a butter which melts in the mouth. The fish roe for the caviar is obtained from the Caspian Sea which is surrounded by Iran and Russia. Caviar is available worldwide in three varieties namely- beluga, osetra and sevruga. Caviar is a storehouse of many nutrients in the body like selenium, iron, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus. Read on to know more about the health benefits of Caviar and explore its nutritional value as well.

Nutritional Value Of Caviar

Amount of Caviar:115 g (1 cup)

Nutrients	Amount
Water	7.6 g
Ash	1 g
Protein	3.9 g
Fats
Total Fat	2.9g
Saturated Fat	0.6 g
Monounsaturated Fat	0.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.2 g
Calories
Total Calories	169 KJ
From Carbohydrate	1.7 KJ
From Fat	108 KJ
From Protein	58.6 KJ
Fatty Acids
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	1086 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	13 mg
Carbohydrates
Total Carbohydrates	0.6 g
Vitamins
Vitamin A IU	145 IU
Vitamin A (retinol activity equiv)	43.4 mcg
Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol)	0.3 mg
Riboflavin	0.1 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mcg
Folate	8 mcg
Vitamin K	0.1 mcg
Dietary Folate Equivalents	8 mcg
Vitamin D	37.1 IU
Pantothenic Acid	0.6 mg
Choline	78.6 mg
Vitamin B12	3.2 mcg
Minerals
Calcium	44 mg
Iron	1.9 mg
Magnesium	48 mg
Phosphorus	57 mg
Potassium	29 mg
Zinc	0.2 mg
Sodium	240 mg
Selenium	10.5 mcg

Nutritional & Health Benefits Of Eating Caviar

Caviar is an excellent source of vitamin A which is required by the body for maintaining healthy skin and promotes growth, bone development and vision.
Since caviar lacks trans fats and carbohydrates, it is extremely healthy and set itself apart from the other food in the modern diet.
The potassium and magnesium content in caviar is in fairly good amount which helps the body in process of regulating heart function, maintaining healthy blood pressure and other body processes.
The omega 3 fatty acid in caviar helps in lowering the risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancer and provides a shield against heart attack and stroke.
The good amount of Vitamin D present in caviar helps the body in the formation of blood teeth and bones.
Caviar is recommended to patients recovering from surgery and chemotherapy as it is an excellent source of hemoglobin content.

Consumption & Storage Tips

Unopened caviar can be kept fresh for 18 months from date of production when strictly stored at a temperature below zero degree Celsius.
The opened can will vary in freshness and should be stored in refrigerator but not in the freezer.
It should be consumed in small amounts.
Never eat the caviar in silver utensil as it alters the taste of caviar. In addition, other spices and herbs should not be added to the caviar.

Caution

Since caviar is high on sodium, people on low sodium diet should stay away from caviar.

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