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The octopus is a cephalopod mollusc (feet on the head), octopod (eight feet), belonging to the family Octopodiae.

The octopus is a cephalopod mollusc (feet on the head), octopod (eight feet), belonging to the family Octopodiae

It has protein, selenium, iodine, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, vitaminB12, niacin, B6 and vitaminE. Octopus is possibly the most popular of the cephalopods, of great culinary value and has a very good quality meat.

It is a source of protein and has a low fat content, which determines its low caloric content; also low, is its contribution of cholesterol

With regard to mineral content, octopus is a source of selenium, iodine, phosphorus, calcium and zinc. One serving of octopus provides 76% of the recommended intake of selenium for men and 97% for women aged 20 to 39 years who practice moderate physical activity

The most significant vitamin contributions are those of vitamin B6, B12 and niacin (which contribute to normal energy metabolism) and as for fat-soluble vitamins, the octopus is a source of vitamin E.

The octopus is a source of vitamin B6, B12 and niacin (which contribute to normal energy metabolism)