Crab
Overview
Crab provides high-quality protein and zinc, supporting neurotransmitter modulation and antioxidant enzyme function. Zinc food sources include oysters, beef, crab, chicken, pork, pumpkin seeds, lentils, chickpeas, and cashews.
Recipes
Substances
Preparation Notes
- Best prepared with gentle cooking
- Sustainable seafood option
- Part of diverse protein strategy
- Supports zinc sufficiency
Biological Target Matrix
| Biological Target | Substance | Therapeutic Areas | Mechanism of Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflammation | Zinc | Supports immune signaling; gut barrier integrity disrupted by nutrient deficiencies including zinc | |
| Methylation | Zinc | Deficiencies in vitamins and minerals essential for methylation, such as folate, vitamin B12, and zinc, are correlated to ADHD symptoms; supplementing these micronutrients has shown potential in supporting methylation and reducing symptom severity | |
| Mitochondrial Support | Selenium | Protects mitochondria from oxidative damage through antioxidant enzyme activity | |
| Neurochemical Balance | Zinc | Important for DNA synthesis, cell division, and neurotransmitter regulation, particularly in modulating dopamine—a key neurotransmitter implicated in ADHD; acts as an allosteric modulator of the GABA receptor; supports glutamate regulation | |
| Oxidative Stress | Selenium | Supports glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and other antioxidant systems, protecting membranes and mitochondria from oxidative damage | |
| Oxidative Stress | Zinc | Essential mineral that serves as a cofactor for antioxidant enzymes; works synergistically with other antioxidants; heavy metals are detoxified by metallothionein (MT) metal carrier proteins that must bind with zinc and copper |
References
- Zinc: Oysters, beef, crab, chicken, pork, Pumpkin seeds, lentils, chickpeas, cashews