Why Is Kampung Chicken Farming So Popular?
Kampung chicken farming keeps growing thanks to the meat's health benefits. See how it supplies protein, vitamins and minerals and aids heart health.
Kampung chicken, Indonesia's free-range native chicken, is a good source of nutrition for the body. Its meat is high in protein and rich in vitamins and minerals. Eating farm-raised chicken regularly is believed to help control cholesterol and blood pressure, lower the risk of cancer and even help with weight loss.
Chickens are a common type of poultry eaten all over the world. Until the 19th century, chickens were raised only in households. These backyard kampung chicken flocks were kept for their eggs and meat. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, rising demand turned backyard chicken keeping into the model for large-scale commercial chicken farming.
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Why has demand for chicken grown? Because chicken meat offers many benefits and nutrients the body needs. So what does your body gain from eating chicken? Here are some of the benefits of eating farm-raised kampung chicken.
High in Protein
It is common knowledge that kampung chicken is a high-protein food. Protein is one of the body's essential needs because it helps build muscle. The recommended daily protein intake is about 1 gram per kilogram of body weight, or about 0.4 grams per pound. That figure covers normal needs; athletes need more protein, roughly double the usual amount.
A Source of Vitamins and Minerals
Besides protein, farm-raised chicken is also a good source of vitamins and minerals for the human body. The vitamins in kampung chicken include vitamin B, vitamin D and vitamin A. Vitamin B is said to support the immune system, nervous system, digestive system and much more. Vitamin D is known to help the body absorb calcium and strengthen bones, while vitamin A supports eye health. Beyond vitamins, kampung chicken also contains minerals such as iron, which helps form hemoglobin, as well as potassium and sodium, which help maintain brain function, metabolism and dental health.
Helps Control Blood Pressure
According to research, eating chicken can help control blood pressure. The finding came from observing a group of people with hypertension. Even though chicken can help keep blood pressure in check, it is still a good idea to eat nuts and legumes, along with fruits and vegetables, for balance.
Lowers the Risk of Cholesterol Buildup
Red meats such as beef and goat contain far more saturated fat and cholesterol than farm-raised chicken. That is why many nutritionists recommend swapping red meat for white meat such as chicken or fish to reduce cholesterol buildup and lower the risk of heart attack.
