Linh fish is a popular fish in the Mekong Delta, especially during the flood season. A prominent advantage of linh fish is that they can eat the bones, thereby helping the body absorb the maximum amount of natural calcium in the fish.
According to research, 100g of linh fish can provide about 150200mg of calcium, depending on the season and age of the fish. Most of this calcium is concentrated in fish bones. Linh fish bones are soft, small, easy to digest, people who eat them can consume them all without the risk of bone stroking or damage to the digestive lining, so they are suitable for the elderly and children.
In addition to calcium, linh fish also contains many easy-to-digest proteins and vitamin D - important factors that help the body absorb and metabolize calcium effectively. According to the National Institutes of Health, vitamin D is a catalyst that helps increase calcium absorption in the small intestine, thereby promoting bone miner forwardation.
To preserve the maximum amount of calcium, linh fish should be prepared by eating whole bones like stewed, cooking sour soup or frying whole grains.
These methods not only help retain nutritional value but also soften bones, supporting optimal calcium absorption.
