Shrimp is a popular type of crustacean (shellfish) that can be healthy since it's low in calories and high in protein. Some evidence suggests that shrimp has health benefits, such as improving ...

4 ounces cooked shrimp: 144 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 207mg cholesterol, 235mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat.