Why sheep’s brain should not be eaten

Moderate consumption of sheep brain is OK, but long-term consumption of sheep brain in large quantities may lead to excessive fat and cholesterol intake. Sheep brain belongs to the brain products, almost all brain products contain a lot of cholesterol. Every 100 grams of sheep brain contains 142 calories, of which 0.1 grams of carbohydrates, 10.7 grams of fat, 11.3 grams of protein, cholesterol 2004 milligrams, 0.27 milligrams of riboflavin, niacin 3.5 milligrams. Moderate consumption of sheep brain can provide more nutrients for the human body, the protein in which the animal quality protein, rich in essential eight amino acids, and more easily absorbed, so as a good source of protein. However, the fat content of sheep brain is high, excessive consumption will lead to fat accumulation, causing weight gain, while sheep brain contains a large amount of cholesterol, which is not conducive to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. Especially patients with hypercholesterolemia and hyperlipidemia need to avoid eating sheep brain and other brain products as much as possible. Healthy people can eat sheep brain occasionally, but it is recommended to eat with other vegetables and fruits as well as staple food to maintain nutritional balance.