Crab is low in calories - a four ounce serving of crab meat has only 98 calories, full of flavour and with under two grams of fat per serving, it's heart healthy too. Despite its low calories, it's high protein content (crab has almost half the protein an average woman needs in a day) makes it a really filling and satisfying food.

Crab is also great for kids as it's also a good source of brain enhancing, immune boosting omega three fatty acids. Omega 3's also help to lower triglycerides and blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and even lower the risk of certain types of cancer. Try topping a salad with flakes of fresh crab meat, stir into pasta dishes or add tinned crab meat to fish cakes or fish pies.

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