MACKEREL FISH

    Mackerel is a common name for a group of fish belonging to the genus Scomberomorus, Scombridae tribe. Bodied mackerel elongated, flattened passable strong on the sides, bare scales except on the lateral side. Tapered muzzle, with a wide mouth and sharp teeth and strong upper and lower jaws. Snout length (snout length) shorter than the rest of the back of the head. Dorsal fin in two files, which is ahead by 13-22 of fingers (thorn). Dorsal fin and anal fin followed by many additional small fins. A study has shown that in 100 grams of meat mackerel contained 21.5 g protein, 109 kcal of energy, fatty acid 2.6 g and 2.9 g mineral deposits.

    Some benefit of mackerel is cure urinary tract disorders, Mackerel fish offal is not thrown away because it can be used to cure urinary tract. But must be careful, because the liver mackerel fish must be intact and fresh. But the heart mackerel are only allowed for people aged 20-40 years. For seniors this way is considered risky because they have to be eaten raw. The content of protein and other substances that are high enough result of this treatment is not possible for everyone. Helps cure skin diseases, The fins of mackerel is also beneficial to cure skin diseases such as eczema, itching and festering sores, scabies sores and the like. how boiled mackerel fish fin to the cooking water by half, then add the betel leaf decoction to remove the odor, then drunk. Help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Omega 3 found in fish, mackerel are very good to help lower blood pressure, reduce blood clotting, and can nourish the heart. Improve brain function, Mackerel has good protein content, so it can help improve children's intelligence. In addition, mackerel also contain omega-3 fatty acids are good for improving our brain function. Useful for pregnancy, The mineral content of AA and DHA in fish, mackerel is very beneficial for the pregnancy because it can amplify the fetal brain, strengthen the development of the fetus at birth. With the addition of these mineral intake, the baby will grow and develop properly.