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Sea cucumbers are a type of marine mollusk with rather tough skin that contains limestone deposits. Their appearance resembles a cucumber and from this resemblance derives their name.
In ancient China they received the name Sea ginsengas their healing effect was valued as much as that of ginseng.
At the time, emperors believed that sea cucumbers were the source of eternal youth.
Mollusc meat contains countless biologically active substances and vitamins. Among them are Vitamin B, Vitamin D, Vitamin C, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, calcium, copper, manganese and others.
Sea cucumbers also contain fat, protein, thiamine, riboflavin and a large amount of iodine. These mollusks can provide many trace elements in the body.
Their meat is said to contain approximately 40 chemical elements. They successfully help strengthen the nervous system and also strengthen the immune system.
According to a number of studies, the meat of Sea Cucumbers contains the substance Frondosid A, which is used in the fight against cancer.
In Japan, they are served boiled for consumption and are considered a delicacy.
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