Chorizo: pay attention to lipids


Pork sausage with salt and Spanish pimentón (a spice of the same variety as the paprika which gives it its pretty intense red color) more or less strong in chilli, the chorizo ​​is a typical Spanish specialty which regales us with aperitif and invites itself even in the most elaborate preparations of the great chefs. If it is enjoyed with pleasure, it is important to limit its consumption: like most meat products, its composition based on pork makes it a food rich in fat. The good point is that these fats are composed equally of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids: when the first increase the rate of "bad" cholesterol blood (which increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases), the second bring a large part of " good "cholesterol good for the heart and the health of the vessels. With 477 calories per 100 grams, it is especially the caloric bill that is to watch. In a word: enjoy some slices for fun without overdoing it!



Chorizo ​​proteins good for energy


Rich in meat (most often pork, but with added beef in some recipes), chorizo ​​has a large share of animal protein. Proteins are sequences of amino acids essential to the proper functioning of the body. They also act on several metabolic processes such as energy, satiety and strengthening of muscle tissue. Consuming chorizo ​​is a good way to supply the body with protein. Chorizo ​​also has the full spectrum of B vitamins: vitamins B1, B3 and B12 are particularly well represented in chorizo. They mainly contribute to producing energy by synthesizing it from carbohydrates, lipids and proteins in the diet.