by MBC Team
Crab meat,crabs,facts

Crabs cooked

  • There are thousands of different species of crabs across the world.
  • Crabs are crustaceans which eat both plants and animals.
  • All of the crab meat is white with the exception of claw meat, which is brown.
  • Crab meat is high in vitamins B12, A, C, and folate.
  • Crab meat is a good source of calcium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, and zinc.
  • Crab meat is high in omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and riboflavin.
  • Crab meat has a low mercury concentration.
  • Some concerns of consuming crab meat are its sodium and cholesterol levels.
  • Fresh crab meat should be stored in an airtight container in the coldest part of refrigerator for no more than 2-3 days.