Don't delay: make fish a part of your healthy diet today. Check out these health benefits
- Fish is a good source of protein containing vitamins and minerals. The vitamin A in fish maintains healthy eyes, skin and hair whilst the vitamin D helps the formation of strong teeth and bones.
- Fish is an excellent low-fat food, especially white fish such as cod, haddock, plaice or sole, so it's great for anyone trying to lose or maintain their weight.
- Oily fish, including salmon, mackerel, trout, herring, fresh tuna, sardines and pilchards, are high in omega-3 fats which may help to prevent strokes and heart disease.
- The oils in fish are important for unborn and breastfed babies.
- Aim to eat two portions of fish a week, one of which should be an oil-rich fish, to maintain a healthy balanced diet.
Thanks to John West
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