Sunday, March 11, 2012
Sea cucumbers For Medical Benefit
Sea cucumbers (holothurians) is one member of the thorn-skinned animals (Echinodermata). Spines in the sea cucumber is actually a framework or skeleton composed of calcium and is located in the skin. Sea cucumber body soft, fleshy, elongated and cylindrical shaped like cucumber.
Very high nutrient content of sea cucumbers. Once upon a time, since the Ming Dynasty, sea cucumber is a special dish for the treatment of several diseases for the people of China. Medically known that the body and the skin of sea cucumber Stichopus japonicus species efficacious cure kidney disease, pneumonia, anemia, anti-inflammatory, and prevent arteriosclerosis.
Very high nutrient content of sea cucumbers. Once upon a time, since the Ming Dynasty, sea cucumber is a special dish for the treatment of several diseases for the people of China. Medically known that the body and the skin of sea cucumber Stichopus japonicus species efficacious cure kidney disease, pneumonia, anemia, anti-inflammatory, and prevent arteriosclerosis.
Sea cucumbers have a high nutrient content of protein, amino acids are also very complete, both the essential amino acids and non-essential. acid content
amino every different species of sea cucumbers at each amino acid units of milligrams per gram of protein. Non-essential amino acids include aspartic acid (3.69 - 6.59), serine (1.31 - 2.91), glutamate (6.43 - 11.13), proline (1.03 - 4.57), glycine (8.09 - 17.08), Alanine (4.10 - 8.41), Cysteine (from 0.46 - 0.49), Tyrosine (0.65 - 1.65), and Arginine (3.40 - 6.60). While the essential amino acids include lysine (0.64 - 1.59), histidine (0.17 - 0.73), valine (1.59 - 2.64), methionine (0.86 - 1.40), isoleucine (0.76 - 1.64), leucine (1.49 - 2.64), threonine (1.68 - 3.44), and phenylalanine (0.85 - 1.78).
amino every different species of sea cucumbers at each amino acid units of milligrams per gram of protein. Non-essential amino acids include aspartic acid (3.69 - 6.59), serine (1.31 - 2.91), glutamate (6.43 - 11.13), proline (1.03 - 4.57), glycine (8.09 - 17.08), Alanine (4.10 - 8.41), Cysteine (from 0.46 - 0.49), Tyrosine (0.65 - 1.65), and Arginine (3.40 - 6.60). While the essential amino acids include lysine (0.64 - 1.59), histidine (0.17 - 0.73), valine (1.59 - 2.64), methionine (0.86 - 1.40), isoleucine (0.76 - 1.64), leucine (1.49 - 2.64), threonine (1.68 - 3.44), and phenylalanine (0.85 - 1.78).
Nutrient content of Sea Cucumbers
Water 8.90 %
Ash 8.60 %
Protein 82.00 %
Fat 1.70 %
Carbohydrates 4.80 %
Calcium 308.00 mg
Phosphorus 23.00 mg
Iron 41.70 mg
Sodium 770.00 mg
Potassium 91.00 mg
Vitamin A 455.00 mg
Thiamin 0.07 mg
Riboflavin 0.40 mg
Total Calories 385 Kkal/100 gram
Water 8.90 %
Ash 8.60 %
Protein 82.00 %
Fat 1.70 %
Carbohydrates 4.80 %
Calcium 308.00 mg
Phosphorus 23.00 mg
Iron 41.70 mg
Sodium 770.00 mg
Potassium 91.00 mg
Vitamin A 455.00 mg
Thiamin 0.07 mg
Riboflavin 0.40 mg
Total Calories 385 Kkal/100 gram
In addition to the above nutrients, there are also other nutrients that are critical to health. Unsaturated fatty acids, omega 3, especially DHA (decohexaeonic acid) (3.69%) and EPA (eicosapentanoic acid) (25.69%) are long-chain fatty acids were found in a lot of marine life, including sea cucumbers. DHA and EPA to work for intelligence because it can spur the growth of the brain, associated with nerve nodes, and the blood circulation. Approximately 60% of the human brain consists of fat, especially fatty acids such as DHA. At its infancy, DHA and EPA is required in large numbers for the development of brain cells. Omega-3 fatty acids required for cell wall constituent elements of the neuron. In addition, DHA is also required for the development of the sense of sight. DHA is required for the formation of the cup to the container element of rhodopsin, a compound vital senses, and sending back the received signal to the brain. EPA and DHA may also help reduce blood viscosity, blood vessels develop, and prevent atherosclerosis.
Sea cucumbers also contain MPS (mucopolysacarida) about 10-16%. MPS or glycosaminoglycans play a role in the formation of suppleness to the body of sea cucumbers. In humans, MPS is the building block of cartilage and plays an important role in preventing joint problems. Also have specific effects on growth, recovery, anti-inflammatory, as well as the prevention or delay of the aging network. Further studies showed MPS can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and hiperlipoproteinemia. Glycosaminoglycan compound at a concentration of 5 micrograms / ml can also heal the brain of ischemic stroke and ischemic heart disease. Performance by inhibiting the activity of blood coagulation through the inhibition of fibrin monomer and increased the activity of plasmin (degrading enzyme plasmin is a blood plasma protein that lowers blood viscosity).
Yacob Hassan research from the University of Malaysia shows that the sea cucumber contains CGF (cell growth factor) which can stimulate cell regeneration and accelerate healing of wounds such as wounds caused by injury, the incision due to exposure to sharp objects, and gangrenous wounds caused by diabetes (helps heal wounds, accelerate wound closure, and eliminates odor). Potassium content of sea cucumbers to keep the artery walls remain elastic and the normal functioning of blood vessels that are not easily damaged by high blood pressure.
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Sea cucumbers also contain saponin glycosides and SOD (super oxide dismutase). These compounds are known to function as an anticancer and anti-inflammatory. SOD are compounds that are antioxidants. Associated with the treatment of diabetes, the content of chromium in sea cucumbers can help the performance of insulin in lowering blood sugar levels. Way through the absorption of excess glucose in the blood and tissues absorb glucose into faster. High protein (82%) also play a role in the regeneration of pancreatic beta, so it can increase insulin production.
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