Shrimp

Overview

Shrimp provides complete protein, selenium, and other minerals, supporting neurotransmitter synthesis and antioxidant function. Shrimp is listed as a seafood source and is part of diverse protein strategy.

Recipes

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Substances

2 substances in this food

Selenium

Antioxidant enzyme cofactor (GPx); supports redox balance

Zinc

Cofactor in neurotransmission and antioxidant enzymes; dopamine modulation

Preparation Notes

• Best prepared with gentle cooking
• Sustainable when sourced responsibly
• Part of diverse seafood intake
• Supports protein and mineral goals

Biological Target Matrix

Biological Target	Substance	Contribution Level	Therapeutic Areas	Mechanism of Action
Inflammation & Oxidative Stress	Zinc	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Postnatal Depression (PND / PPD) — Evidence Base, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder	Supports immune signaling; gut barrier integrity disrupted by nutrient deficiencies including zinc
Methylation & One-Carbon Metabolism	Zinc	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Postnatal Depression (PND / PPD) — Evidence Base, Alzheimer's Disease	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 Function & Bioenergetics	Selenium	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Postnatal Depression (PND / PPD) — Evidence Base, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder	Protects mitochondria from oxidative damage through antioxidant enzyme activity
Neurotransmitter Regulation	Zinc	Contextual / minor contributor	ADHD, Anxiety & GAD, Depression & MDD, Postnatal Depression (PND / PPD) — Evidence Base, Alzheimer's Disease, Bipolar Disorder	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

References

• Shrimp is listed as a seafood source