A type of fish in Vietnam is considered by China as a "premium tonic", with protein surpassing salmon but only 1/8 the price.

This is a familiar fish in Vietnam, and is considered by China as a “premium tonic”. This fish is rich in nutrients, good for health, but has a fairly cheap price.

Fish is one of the healthiest foods, containing many essential nutrients such as protein, omega-3 fatty acids and many vitamins and minerals. Therefore, health care organizations and nutritionists always encourage people to eat fish about 2 times/week to improve health.

The fish that China calls "top-class tonic"

There are many different types of nutritious fish on the market, one of which is carp. Carp has long been used by Vietnamese people to nourish and improve the health of pregnant women, postpartum women, children, the elderly and sick people due to its high nutritional content.

Carp is also a popular fish in China. According to Sohu (China), in the ancient medical book “Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic”, carp is considered a “premium tonic”.

In Oriental medicine, carp has a sweet taste, neutral properties, nourishes yin, has the effect of reducing swelling, nourishing the kidneys, strengthening the spleen, stabilizing the fetus, calming the lungs, promoting lactation, cleaning the digestive tract, promoting urination, and eliminating toxic swelling.

According to Sohu, carp is often used in many oriental medicine prescriptions to treat symptoms such as weak spleen and stomach, digestive disorders, edema, jaundice, detoxification, and increased resistance.

Crispy fried carp with sweet and sour sauce.

In modern medicine, carp is also recognized as one of the most nutritious foods. According to data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), 100g of carp provides 22.9g of protein depending on the type. In addition to protein, carp also contains many other essential nutrients such as: 531mg of phosphorus; 427mg of potassium; 52mg of calcium; 38mg of magnesium and a small amount of other minerals such as iron, zinc, copper, selenium. Carp meat also provides some essential vitamins for the body such as vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin C,...

Notably, the protein content in carp is even higher than salmon - a type of fish recognized by many experts as good for health - because 100g of salmon contains only 20g of protein.

Carp brings many health benefits

With rich nutritional content, carp can bring many different health benefits.

1. Helps lose weight and gain muscle

Carp is rich in high-quality protein, making it an ideal choice for those looking to increase muscle mass and reduce fat intake. Adding carp to your diet also provides sustained energy and aids in effective weight control.

Carp contains many different nutrients.

2. Good for the heart

Carp is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, such as omega-3 fatty acids. Studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids play an important role in cardiovascular health, can reduce the amount of “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, prevent atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases.

3. Boost brain health

Omega-3 fatty acids in carp also help improve brain function, preventing cognitive decline and depression.

4. Good for eyes and strong bones

Carp is rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A, vitamin B12, calcium, phosphorus, iron, etc. Vitamin A helps maintain vision and prevent eye diseases. Calcium and phosphorus in carp can help strengthen bones.

Carp is a familiar dish in Vietnam.

Carp in Vietnam

Carp is a wild fish, familiar in Vietnamese cuisine . According to Vietnam Fisheries Magazine, carp is widely raised throughout the country and is raised in many areas such as An Giang, Ninh Binh, Bac Ninh, Lao Cai,...

Carp is also commonly sold in markets, with prices ranging from 60,000 - 75,000 VND/kg depending on the time. This price is considered quite cheap, only 1/8 compared to salmon (fresh Sapa salmon fillet costs from 500,000 - 550,000 VND/kg). Therefore, when going to the market, people can consider buying carp and processing it into various delicious and nutritious dishes.

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