The Many Reasons You Should be Eating Oysters
If you’ve never tried an oyster, now is the time. Even if you’re not a fan of seafood, there are many reasons to love oysters. Here is why you should be eating oysters.
Oysters are a healthy seafood that provides many nutritional benefits. A lot of us are deficient in some vitamins, including vitamin D, copper, zinc, selenium, iron, and vitamin B12. Oysters actually contain all of these vitamins. If you’re deficient in any of these areas, order a serving of oysters to get the nutrients you need.
Another perk to eating oysters is they are high in protein. Protein is key to a healthy diet. Protein controls appetite, builds muscle, and helps with energy levels. An order of six oysters can give you approximately 12 grams of protein, which is about the same as 2 ounces of meat. A half-dozen serving of oysters is an easy way to add a healthy amount of protein to your diet.
Did you know oysters are low in calories? If you’re trying to cut calories and improve your diet, ordering up some oysters can help you do exactly that. A standard serving of oysters is six medium-sized shells. This serving is less than 50 calories! Ordering a dozen oysters is only 100 calories, whether you order them raw, steamed, or wild. Even breaded and fried oysters are lower in calories than other foods.
Oysters are low in calories, high in protein, and packed with the vitamins and nutrients needed for a healthy diet. Whether you’re looking to improve your diet or maintain your healthy lifestyle, oysters are perfect for your next meal.
You can purchase oysters at the PJ Lobster House fish market to prepare at home, or you can order oysters off of our restaurant menu. Whether you want to grab an order for pickup, place a delivery order, or dine with us, you can find fresh and flavorful oysters at PJ Lobster House. We are located at 134 Main Street in Port Jefferson, New York, and you can reach us by phone at 631-473-1143. Our fish market is open every day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and our restaurant is open Monday through Sunday from noon to 9 p.m. We can’t wait to share our mouthwatering oysters with you!
