In this week’s meat tip Monday we will be focusing on the healthiest fish! Fish is a very healthy food with high protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Here are the top 5 healthiest fish! Stop by The Meat Market or Local Source Foods to pick up a few of your favorite fish!

1. Salmon

Salmon is considered to be the healthiest fish because of its large amount of omega-3 fatty acids, and its super high protein contents. With 200g of salmon comes 44g of protein.

2. Mackerel

Mackerel is considered to be the second healthiest fish because it carries healthy fats, large amounts of protein, and selenium which helps with your immune system and thyroid function.

3. Cod

Cod is considered to be the third healthiest fish due to it being very high in protein, low-fat contents, and being a good source of vitamin b12, which is needed for energy and nervous system support. Vitamin B12 can also help fight and prevent diseases.

4. Trout

Trout is considered to be the fourth healthiest fish due to it being a good source of vitamin B12, Vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vitamin D is essential for your immune system and if you eat 150g of cooked trout you will reach 100% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin D!

5. Sardines

It may be surprising, but sardines are considered to be the fifth healthiest fish because of sardines containing Vitamin B3 and B12 along with iron, zinc, and selenium. If you choose to eat canned sardines over fresh ones you will also gain additional calcium due to canned sardines having the bones and skins still on.

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