My Mother-in-Law Cooked Shrimp With the Shells On—and I Refused to Let My Children Eat It. Was I Wrong?

their children are comfortable eating, particularly when the parent has concerns about preparation or choking hazards.

What About the Dark Line on the Back of Shrimp?

For many people, the dark line is the most unpleasant part of eating shrimp.

Even when they understand that it is a digestive tract rather than a blood vessel, the appearance can make them lose their appetite.

That reaction is understandable. People have different comfort levels when it comes to food, and appearance can influence how enjoyable a meal feels.

The digestive tract may