Crocodile meat has low carbohydrate content, high protein content, low saturated fat content, high iron content, and fewer calories than other meats thus eating more of it as opposed to other meats can reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes.
Crocodile meat is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, which many other meats do not contain in great quantities. Omega 3 normalises and regulates cholesterol triglyceride levels by reducing the enzyme activity that causes the liver to metabolise fat. Studies have also shown that Omega 3s fats are anti – arrhythmic (preventing or counteracting cardiac arrhythmia), anti – throb otic (prevents thrombosis or a blood clot with a blood vessel), anti – atherosclerotic ( preventing fatty deposits and fibrosis of the inner layer of arteries), and anti – inflammatory (counteracting inflammation – the heat, pain, swelling, etc)
Crocodile meat contains high levels of protein which is important in the muscle building process. Eating 100 g serving of crocodile meat contains 46 g of protein. The protein in crocodile meat is higher than the protein amount found in chicken meat.
The content of Omega 3 compounds also Omega 6 and fat content contained in crocodile meat will help reduce the risk of heart disease. Crocodile meat also contains potassium which plays an important role in keeping healthy heart function.
The protein and amino acids found in crocodile meat can also protect organ function including the pancreas. The pancreas is the main organ which produces insulin which plays an important role in controlling blood sugar levels. Crocodile meat can be used to support the production of insulin. With correct insulin production in the body will help blood sugar levels to be balanced and stay within the normal range.
Compared to other types of meat such as beef and pork , crocodile meat contains lower amounts of cholesterol. Consuming crocodile meat is considered a healthy choice for our dogs who suffer from high levels of cholesterol. A 300g serving of crocodile meat contains only 23 mg cholesterol.
Crocodile meat contains lower saturated fat than most meats. The amount of bad fats in our dogs diet can cause several health problems such as the thickening of blood vessels. Eating crocodile meat can reduce the risk of building atherosclerosis.
Tumours are benign cancer which does not spread to other parts of the body. Consuming crocodile meat is believed to prevent tumour development.
Crocodile meat contains lower saturated fat than most meats. The amount of bad fats in our dogs diet can cause several health problems such as the thickening of blood vessels. Eating crocodile meat can reduce the risk of building atherosclerosis.
Crocodile meat contains calcium, which can strengthen bones and teeth and prevent losing bone mass. The calcium contained in crocodile meat is higher than the calcium levels found in beef of the same portion.
Omega 3 has a great impact on your brain health – EPA and DHA keep dopamine levels high.
Iron is important in keeping red blood cell formation and its function. Without sufficient iron, dogs can experience fatigue and other serious health problems. Crocodile meat naturally contains iron which can help prevent anaemia
Protein and other nutrients such as magnesium contained in crocodile meat help in maintaining nerve function, magnesium is a mineral that is required for keeping normal neurotransmitter function and it also can prevent the dog from developing neural disorders.
Crocodile meat contains fewer calories than other types of meat, especially beef. A single serving of 100g of crocodile meat only contains 232 calories while beef contains 291 in the same amount.