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The Health Benefits of Chicken Wings

04.04.2019
The Health Benefits of Chicken Wings
All over the world, chicken wings are a popular product. This is due to the fact that they can be prepared in several ways. A human being needs animal proteins for a balanced diet, which is mainly found in chicken meat. We can say with certainty that this product is one of the most useful for the human body.
 
The composition and properties of chicken wings
 
First of all, it is worth noting that chicken meat is rich in natural vitamins: B 1, B 9, B 12, B 6, B 2, A, E D, K, PP. The mineral composition of meat includes phosphorus, potassium, potassium, iron, magnesium, calcium, zinc, selenium, iodine, copper, sulphur, chromium, fluorine and other elements. Chicken wings are almost carbohydrate-free. The composition of proteins and fats is about 30% and 20% per 100 grams of cooked meat. The presence of proteins and a rather high-calorie content, allows to obtain the energy necessary for a healthy life.
 
Chicken wings are the most delicious and delicate part of the chicken carcasses. There are many dishes in which chicken wings are a component, although they can be used as a snack. Instead the pale pink color, no holes and no cuts will allow you to identify the fresh meat.
 
How to choose and keep chicken wings
 
Cooled wings are better than frozen ones. They must be covered with a smooth, clean, shiny, non-sticky, light pink skin. If the surface of the wings is opaque or stained, it means that the meat is not fresh enough. Good quality wings should be of medium size. If they are too large, it is likely that the chicken has been fed hormones, which affects the healthiness of the meat. As far as storage is concerned, chicken wings can be kept in the refrigerator over a period of three to seven days.
 
The health benefits of chicken wings
 
The properties and useful benefits of wings cannot be underestimated. Properly cooked chicken wings have a therapeutic effect on metabolic disorders, such as gout, arthritis, and diabetes. It is recommended to use chicken wings in therapeutic nutrition for atherosclerosis, hypertension, stroke, and heart disease. Elderly people should enrich their diet with the nutrients contained in chicken products. However, the amount of chicken wings for a disposable serving piece should be agreed with your doctor. Moderate consumption of chicken wings has significant benefits for the human body:
 
  • recovers the body from injuries, fractures and surgical procedures;
  • helps to treat depression, neuritis and neurological disorders;
  • increases the blood hemoglobin;
  • participates in the formation of new cells;
  • raises the level of immunity;
  • improves the condition of the skin, hair and nails;
  • blocks the formation of free radicals;
  • prevents the development of cancer processes;
  • improves reproductive function;
  • normalizes brain activity;
  • increases the growth of cartilage and connective tissue;
  • regulates blood glucose levels.
Just eat chicken wings 1-2 times a week to fill your body with nutrients and vitamins. In a chicken wing, there is enough meat to cook a broth or a full-course meal.
 
Contraindications for the consumption of chicken wings
 
Thick, oily chicken skin spoils the consumption of meat for people on the diet, so it is advisable to remove the oily skin of poultry before cooking. However, it is important to know that the wings are practically free of fat. In addition, overweight people should take into account the rather high-calorie content of the wings.
 
As you can see, the greatest benefit of chicken wings is their chemical composition. The product contains large amounts of vitamins A and B, which help to strengthen the immune system, resist colds, restore skin elasticity and prevent the development of heart disease.