What is Krill?
Antarctic krill is a crustacean that lives in massive schools under the ice of the Antarctic Ocean, one of the richest and purest ecosystems on the planet. The banks of krill constitute one of the greatest biomass reserves and the greatest reserve of proteins on the planet. These banks of krill are so immense that they can be seen from satellites. Due to their abundant biomass estimated between 100 and 500 million tons, and due to the properties of their nutrients, they have been dubbed by the press as the food of the future.
TINY
This diminutive and fascinating crustacean is the staple food for penguins and is the reason they have zero cholesterol and a cardiovascular system in perfect condition. It is also the staple for the largest animal on the planet, the magnificent whale, as well as for the seal.
Out of the approximately 80 species of krill that exist, the Euphasia Superba species of krill is the most astounding one. This is because it has rich and varied nutritional properties which make it a little big friend of human nutrition.
HEALTHY
A food item can be considered “functional” if it is satisfactorily demonstrated that, in addition to its nutritional effects, it beneficially affects one or more bodily functions to improve health or well-being or reduce the risk of disease.
The nutritional value of Antarctic krill, Euphasia Superba, has been recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO – Geneva). Its function as a nutritious food has also been recognized by the United Nations and Agriculture Organization (FAO – Rome).
Three main factors make the species Euphasia Superba a potent source of nutrition, thus making it into a functional food that captivates health lovers. These are:
- The variety, quality and quantity of its nutrients.
- All of them are found naturally in this species without any being added artificially. Therefore, the absorption of these nutrients by the body is complete.
- The effect of the synergy generated among these nutrients.
LUMINESCENT
This marvelous crustacean possesses a biological structure that allows it to have bioluminescence, that is, generate and emit light through different points along its body. In order for it to do so, it is known that oxygen molecules play an important role.
With this brief introduction, we have introduced the Antarctic krill Euphasia Superba, a fascinating species that glows with its own light. In short, a little big friend of our health that does not cease to amaze us, and a brilliant carrier of vitality.
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