Caviar
Salted roe of sturgeon or other large fish; usually served as an hors d'oeuvre.
Caviar[edit | edit source]
Caviar is a luxury food made from the eggs of sturgeon, a type of fish native to the Caspian and Black Sea regions. It is typically served as a garnish or appetizer and is often associated with high-end dining and special occasions.
Nutritional Value[edit | edit source]
Caviar is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious and healthy addition to a balanced diet. However, it is also high in sodium and cholesterol, which can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.
Cultural Significance[edit | edit source]
In addition to its culinary uses, caviar is an important cultural symbol in many parts of the world. It is often associated with wealth and luxury, and is a popular gift item and status symbol.
Purchasing and Storage[edit | edit source]
Caviar can be found in specialty food stores and high-end restaurants, and is often sold at premium prices due to its rarity and exclusivity. When purchasing caviar, it is important to choose high-quality products that are free from additives or contaminants.
References[edit | edit source]
- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323054
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-caviar-healthy
- https://www.bonappetit.com/story/how-to-buy-caviar
This article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by registering to expand it. |
- Portal:Food | Glossary of healthy eating | UK Foods | US Foods | Dietary Supplements | Nutrition values of foods
- Encyclopedia of nutrition | Calorie Finder | Nutrition Database | Glycemic Index of Foods | Protein rich foods list
External links[edit source]
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD