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Today Maine is the largest lobster-producing state in
                 the nation. But many of the “Maine” lobsters now come from   There are many ways to enjoy lobster, it can be boiled, steamed,
                 Canada.                                             grilled or baked. Cooking a lobster longer than the recommended
                                                                     times usually makes the meat too tough. When properly cooked,
                 Nutritional facts                                   lobster meat is a creamy white and shells are bright red. Do not
                                                                     worry about cooking lobsters, they have ganglionic nervous sys-
                 Lobster is one of the healthiest and leanest proteins available.   tem so they do not feel “pain” the same way we do (central ner-
                 It contains less cholesterol, calories, and saturated fats than   vous system).
                 lean beef, pork, shrimp or even the light meat of chicken,
                 pound for pound, it is a healthy eating choice. Lobster is also   Lobster may taste delicious, but eating one can get downright
                 high in:                                            messy. But once you crack open the cooked crustacean to reveal
                 . Amino acids                                       its succulent meat, and you’ll know your effort was worthwhile.
                 .  Potassium and magnesium                          Techniques vary depending on local customs and personal pref-
                 .  Vitamin A, B12, B6, B3 (niacin) and B2 (riboflavin), cal-  erence, but the step-by-step guide will help you get the most out
                 cium and    phosphorous, iron, zinc.                of your next lobster dinner.
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