Eating Lobster

Do lobsters really scream when they are boiled?

Lobsters do not scream when they are boiled because they do not have vocal chords. The possible “scream” that people may here is the air in the stomach being exhaled through the mouth. There is also controversy in whether or not the lobsters feel pain. Crustaceans do not have a elaborate central nervous systems like humans. They do not have a brain and only have a primitive nervous system. This is backed up by a study done in 2005 by the Norwegian government.

How many calories are in lobster?

One serving of lobster is approximately 140 calories. It is basically low in fat and full of protein.

What is the most popular way of cooking it?

There are many ways of cooking it but the most popular ways are lobster tails and lobster bisque. Most people like to simply boil the lobster while it’s still alive. However, this is controversial because some people think that lobsters feel pain and think that boiling lobsters are inhumane.

What are the edible parts of lobster?

The edible parts of the lobster are the meat inside except the shells, the intestines and the stomach. If the claws are crushed open, then the meat insides is good for eating.

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