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The health benefits of fish: nutrition facts & nutritional value of fish

The health benefits of fish: yes, fish is low in fat, high in protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acids

The American Heart Association now recommends that most people eat at least two servings of fish per week. That’s because fish is low in fat and high in protein; it’s also rich in the omega-3 fatty acids that are crucial in the healthy development of babies and children. For adults, omega-3s aid in the prevention and relief of numerous serious health conditions, such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and arthritis. Click here to learn more about the health benefits of seafood.

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Nutrition information & the nutritional value of fish

The following chart provides a general overview of the nutritional value of fish and shellfish, featuring some of the most popular varieties.

Nutritional value of fish (3-ounce servings)
  Calories
(grams)		 Protein
(grams)		 Total Fat
(grams)		 Saturated Fat
(grams)		 Omega-3 Fats
(milligrams)
Shrimp 84 18 1 0 267
Salmon:
Farmed		 175 19 11 2 1825
Salmon:
Wild		 155 22 7 1 1564
Tilapia 109 22 2 0 115
Cod 89 19 1 0 134
Scallops 95 20 1 0 310

Learn more about omega-3 fatty acid sources and the benefits of omega-3 foods.

Good Health Facts on Fish: Frozen vs. Fresh

  • Fish that has been flash-frozen at the source is just as nutritious as fresh fish.
  • The fresh fish found in your supermarket could be up to ten days old.
  • Frozen fish makes it easy and convenient to get your two servings of fish per week anytime.

You get all the health benefits of fish when you
choose Sea Cuisine™ Frozen Seafood Entrées

High Liner Foods (USA), Inc., a subsidiary of one of North America's most respected producers and suppliers of frozen seafood products, is proud to bring you their line of Sea Cuisine™ Seafood Entrées for people who want the health benefits of fish, but simply don’t have time to cook. Sea Cuisine™ entrées contain only the finest quality fish that has been flash-frozen right at the source. Now, you can get all of the health benefits of fish, plus the convenience of a gourmet meal that is ready to serve in about 30 minutes or less.

Executive Chef Owen Tilley, of Boston’s East Coast Grill fame, among many other fine restaurants, has perfected these gourmet seafood selections just for you. Creator of the Sea Cuisine™ line, he has put his signature on these delicious seafood recipes that make it easy to prepare healthy restaurant-quality seafood cuisine right in your own kitchen. A chef’s recipes on your table anytime!

Visit the freezer section of your local supermarket or warehouse/club store and pick up the new Sea Cuisine™ frozen gourmet seafood entrees, for a fast and easy healthy seafood dinner in about 30 minutes or less. Enjoy!

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For more nutrition facts for fish and shellfish go to:
International Food Information Council
American Heart Association
AboutSeafood.com