Aja Asian Cuisine & Lounge - New Brunswick, NJIf you have not tried sushi yet and you are looking for a good reason to do so, here are the top reasons why you should eat it today!
High Nutritional Value
Sushi isn’t popular in Japan only for its taste. Its high nutritional value is the top reason why Japanese love it. It is full of omega-3 fatty acids which is good for neurological and cardiovascular health. It lowers cholesterol levels and prevents high blood pressure.
Antibacterial Effects
Sushi didn’t get its name for raw-fish. This term is actually used for a rich mixture of vinegar and rice. Vinegar itself is derived from rice. This vinegar has powerful antibacterial effects. It is also believed to lower blood pressure.
Fight Off Cold Viruses
Sushi is a perfect food in winter season because its comes with gari which is highly effective in fighting off cold viruses. This simply means that if you get a runny nose as soon as winter season begins, eat sushi with gari and it will boost your immune system against cold viruses.
*Gari (ガリ?) is a type of tsukemono (pickled vegetables). It is sweet, thinly sliced young ginger that has been marinated in a solution of sugar and vinegar
Fight Off Some More Diseases
The soy sauce that is served with sushi has many great health benefits. It is rich in iron and protein. It aids in healthy digestion and is highly effective in killing harmful bacteria found in digestive tract. So, when you dip your sushi in soy sauce, be proud of your healthy food choice.
Boost Metabolism
Are you looking for some metabolism boosting foods? Why not try sushi? Nori is a natural metabolism booster. It is highly rich in vitamins, iodine and minerals. This way, it will help you avoid developing certain deficiencies that can cause harm to your mental and physical health.
*Nori (海苔) is the Japanese name for edible seaweed species of the red algae genus Porphyra, including P. yezoensis and P. tenera. Finished products are made by a shredding and rack-drying process that resembles papermaking.
True Work of Art
Another great reason to try sushi today is to get yourself familiar with the true art of sushi making. Sushi is a true work of art. Well-trained chefs take pride in presenting it in different styles. If you have a sense of art, you will surely appreciate sushi by seasoned chefs.
In short, these are some good reasons why you should try sushi today. You’ll never know what you have been missing until you try sushi yourself!
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