Health Benefits From Consumpting Fish

The sheer joy of eating fish is known only to the lovers of seafood. Those who can’t seem to go beyond the foul smell associated with it miss out on a great expanse of culinary wonders that are delectable and oh so satisfying. The silken texture of fish when coupled with indigenous spices and local cooking techniques, renders an exquisite experience to the palate. Fish is probably one of the easiest items to cook and goes well with most ingredients. Its versatility is astonishing. Its delicate texture makes experimentation easy - it may be steamed, baked, grilled or fried to arrive at a range of lip-smacking preparations. Fish is a high-protein, low-fat food that provides a range of health benefits. White-fleshed fish, in particular, is lower in fat than any other source of animal protein, and oily fish are high in omega-3 fatty acids or the "good" fats. Since the human body can’t make significant amounts of these essential nutrients, fish are an important part of the diet. Also, fish are low in the "bad" fats commonly found in red meat, called omega-6 fatty acids. Fish consumption has many health benefits. Here are some of them: 1. Its rich nutritional profile that comes studded with essential micronutrients including omega 3, protein, B vitamins, selenium and vitamin D among others, makes it a much sought after item among fitness enthusiasts. 2. Almost all fish and sea organisms are a rich source of vitamin E and omega 3. Regular fish consumption has long been tied to healthy hair, eyesight and skin.

3. In the year 2004, The UK Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition reviewed the evidence on the health benefits of fish. According to the committee, a "large body of evidence" suggests fish consumption – especially oily fish –alleviates the risk of cardiovascular diseases owing to the presence of omega-3 fatty acids in them. 4. Some recent medical studies point at the association between oily fish consumption and lower blood pressure levels. 5. It is also believed to reduce fat build-up in the arteries. The evidence is strong enough to warrant a government recommendation that we eat at least two portions of fish a week, one of which should be oily. Source: NDTV Food