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I'm Sharon Richter, registered dietitian. Did you know you should eat more fish? – at
least twice a week Seafood is a terrific source of nutrients like muscle-building protein,
bone-boosting vitamin D, and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which also improve brain
function and reduce inflammation.
There are plenty of fish in the sea. But with so many to choose from, it can be hard to
decide what's for dinner. Unless you know what to look for...
Here are some signs to help you find the best catch:
Look into their eyes: If they're clear and slightly bulged, then the fish is fresh. “Cloudy
eyes” means it's not.
Stay away of fish that smell, well, fishy. A mild aroma is expected, but not a potent
sour one.
Look for shiny skin versus a milky slime. For shrimp, a nice sheen with a transparent
shell is ideal.
Don't be afraid to touch the fish to make sure it springs back when pressed.
Choose fillets that have no discoloration, dark spots or dry edges.
Opt for one of the top five fish with the lowest levels of mercury such as shrimp, canned
light tuna, salmon, *** and catfish. Fresh or frozen salmon contains the most omega-3's
per serving.
Avoid fish with the highest levels of mercury – including shark, swordfish, king mackerel,
and tilefish – especially if you're pregnant or have small children at home.
If you're not planning to cook it tonight, consider going fishing in the freezer section
instead. Only buy packages that are perfectly intact and don't have frost or ice crystals
on the outside. Those are signs that the product might have been in the freezer too long or
thawed and refrozen as some point.
So go fish!