Japanese Aomori Dried Abalone #587 (16 oz)  

Size: 55g~90g each 

This abalone is the smallest variety with two holes on the left and right sides. 

Abalone meat is tender, smooth and nutritious with a strong fragrance. It is high in protein 24%, and low fat 0.44% with many vitamins and trace elements that are very beneficial to our health. Abalone is rich in glutamic acid and tastes very delicious. Abalone is a yin nourishing food which means it supports the health of internal organs. It moisturizes lungs, which improves breathing and complexion. It clears inflammation and nourishes the liver and improves eyesight. Long-term consumption has been shown to help prevent cancer.

The most recent research has found abalone provides a good source of: 

• Protein
• Iron essential for building red blood cells 
• Vitamin B12 
• Magnesium 
• Selenium 
• Omega-3

Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat that can not be produced by our body. So, Omega-3 is important as essential fatty acids. Omega-3 itself is formed of fatty acids like EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) and ALA (a-linolenic acid). Omega-3 consumed regularly assists in the development of the brain and memory, prevents heart disease because it can make arterial organs becomes more elastic and reduces the risk of high blood pressure.