Have you ever checked nutrition labels on your energy drinks? Ever wondered what Taurine is? Taurine is an amino acid which is produced naturally in your body. You can also get it from your diet. In today’s post, we’ll discuss the top 10 foods highest in taurine. Will seaweed help? What about eggs and brewer’s yeast? We’ll be talking about all of these AND more.
#1 Seaweed
Whether in a sushi roll or salad, it is delicious. This sea vegetable has many benefits, from being low in calories to being high in vitamins and minerals. Along with other nutrients, seaweed also contains a remarkable amount of taurine. The varieties higher in iodine, like kelp, are even better. Seaweed comes in a bunch of forms, and each provides different quantities of taurine. Like dulse, a red seaweed with a chewy texture. It provides 300 mg of taurine per serving. The Irish moss contains 400 milligrams of taurine per serving. It doesn’t need refrigeration and can be easily found in a supermarket. The Welsh variety of seaweed packs about 500 milligrams of taurine per serving. A few interesting ways to eat seaweed are by adding a sheet of nori to your sandwich instead of regular sushi. You can add small pieces of nori to your stir-fry as well. Seasoning your meal with dulse flakes is also a good idea.
Try a dish using kelp noodles or sea spaghetti instead of regular pasta. If you crave potato chips, but are scared of calories, have some seaweed chips for a snack. Yes, you heard that right! They’re easy to prepare. Just place six nori sheets, one above the other, after brushing their shiny side with water. Cut them into one-inch pieces. Brush these pieces with a mixture of sesame oil, crushed garlic, and cayenne pepper. Bake them in a preheated oven at 275०F. For maximum crunch, cool them before eating. Voila! Your crunchy sesame-garlic nori chips are ready!
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#2 Dairy products
Dairy products as milk, cheese, and yogurt, are an excellent source of taurine. Did you know the average American drinks about three cups of milk every day! If you consume the same amount of milk, you’ll be getting 300 mg of taurine a day. If you’re lactose intolerant, yoghurt can suffice. Plain Greek yogurt topped with some honey will be great. Hang on, there’s more! We all love cheese, right? Half an ounce offers 100 mg of taurine. I guess many of you like eating ricotta-stuffed pasta shells! They are darn tasty! You’ll be happy to know that a quarter cup of this pasta provides 85 mg of taurine, which is pretty good, I think.
#3 Nuts
We all know how healthy and nutrient-packed nuts are! A study was conducted to detect taurine content in different foods. Along with other food items, some nuts like almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, and pine nuts provide significant taurine content. Researchers also found that pistachios contain less taurine, while peanuts lack taurine completely. Remember to eat plain nuts for larger health benefits! Avoid salted ones, as they’re rich in sodium and can increase your blood pressure. Looking for answers on all the latest health and wellness news? Hit that “subscribe” button, and stay up to date on all our great HMTB content...
#4 Shellfish
Shellfish is not only tasty, but it also provides a bundle of nutrients, including taurine. Oysters, clams, and shrimp are excellent sources of taurine. You’ll be amazed to know that oysters provide more taurine than fish. About 100 grams of oysters offer around 243 mg of taurine. Experts say that the taurine-to-cholesterol ratio is an important factor in foods. The higher the ratio, the more beneficial it is. The taurine to cholesterol ratio in oysters is 2.3, which suggests it might help in managing your heart health. Scallops and mussels are also good sources of taurine. Visit a seafood store this week, and buy some fish. You can try spaghetti with clams, or oysters with cava dressing!
#5 Eggs
Eggs are a staple ingredient in our kitchens. Not only do they contain protein, but they also have taurine. Eggs provide about 200 mg of taurine per serving. Don’t worry, if eaten in moderation, eggs will not raise your cholesterol levels. Studies suggest that one whole egg increases ‘good’ cholesterol, which will protect your heart. Before we continue, would you like to learn about all the health benefits of eating eggs? You might want to watch what happens to your body when you eat eggs every day. Now back to our discussion on foods rich in taurine...
#6 Organ Meat.
In addition to vitamin B12, organ meat also provides plenty of taurine. A lot of people associate organ meat with liver. Well, we’re gonna get a little gross here. Not only is liver good for you, but other organ meats like brain, kidneys, and heart are also good sources of taurine. Hey, if you’re feeling brave, give it a try.
#7 Lamb
Meat is generally pretty rich in taurine, especially lamb. A 100 gram of lamb meat provides 110 mg of taurine. Bored of eating lamb for a Sunday roast? You can try lamb, capsicum, and onion. Or how about Greek-style lamb cutlets with white beans?
#8 Brewer’s Yeast
Brewer’s yeast is used for producing bread and beer. It’s considered a probiotic and used to aid digestion. Along with other nutrients like chromium, potassium, and iron, brewer’s yeast is also rich in taurine. Just a tablespoon offers 50 mg of taurine. Brewer’s yeast is available in powder, flakes, liquids, and tablets. You can add it to your food or mix it with water, juice, or shakes. An average adult should consume only one to two tablespoons of brewer’s yeast. If you suffer from a migraine, hold on, as this can be a potential trigger!
#9 Beef Jerky
Beef is outstanding when it comes to taurine concentration. You’ll be surprised to know that a beef steak will provide more than 55 mg of taurine. The protein and taurine content in beef gives you energy to keep you going all day long. Many of you might avoid red meat due to its association with chronic disease. Well, two to three servings a week doesn't pose much risk.
#10 Salmon
Last but not least is salmon! This fatty fish is an outstanding source of omega-3 fats, which support your brain health. Additionally, salmon is also rich in taurine. The farmed salmon you get at the supermarket offers about 60 mg of taurine per 100 grams. I know many of you might be thinking that taurine is present in our favourite energy drinks.
Why should I eat all the foods shown in this post? Well, the answer’s quite simple. Energy drinks are loaded with ingredients that are harmful to your health. These drinks are filled with sugars, with some also containing caffeine. Having too many of these drinks can lead to serious health conditions like irregular heart rhythms, sleep disturbance, dehydration, anxiety, and even tremors.
Try to incorporate a few food items in your diet from this post. If you’re a vegetarian or vegan, you can take supplements for taurine under your doctor’s supervision. Did you know about taurine before watching this post? Let us know in the comments below!
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