KOMPAS.com – The part of the chicken’s body which is often called brutu or chicken buttocks is often avoided by many people.
The main reason is that the brutu is the part of the chicken’s anus that needs to be cleaned properly so that it doesn’t taste bitter, and sometimes feces can be left behind.
However, it turns out that chicken brutu has health benefits if consumed properly.
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Brutu chicken, which in scientific language is called pygostyleis the rearmost part of the bird’s body, where the chicken’s tail feathers gather.
Even though it is often considered disgusting, chicken brutu actually contains nutrients that are beneficial for health.
Benefits of eating chicken brutu
Chicken ruffs contain oil-producing glands that help oil the chicken’s feathers. Apart from that, this part is rich in iron and calcium—more so than chicken breast.
Based on research from Nutrition and Dietary Studies of America which was reported by TribunNewschicken butt contains 11 percent iron and 8 percent calcium.
In comparison, chicken breast only contains about 8 percent iron and 2 percent calcium.
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This iron plays an important role in preventing anemia by maintaining the number of red blood cells in the body.
Meanwhile, calcium is very important for maintaining healthy bones, so that our bodies can function properly.
The high fat content of chicken brutu
On the other hand, the brutu part of the chicken also contains glands that produce oil, which stores quite a lot of fat.
Chicken meat seller at Bogor Market, Bogor City, Thursday (4/4/2024).However, the fat content in chicken brutu has not been studied in depth, perhaps because this part is not commonly consumed in many countries.
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However, for those who need additional energy or weight, consuming healthy fats in moderate amounts can be beneficial.
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