“For a healthy diet you should not choose between meat and fish. Both are important for a complete diet.”
Oku.AzAs reported by Gazeta.ru, Russian gastroenterologist Yekaterina Kashukh spoke about this.
According to him, doctors recommend eating fish at least twice a week.
“This will help diversify the diet and obtain the necessary nutrients to maintain health.”
The expert stated that fish is a source of high-quality protein.
“This food is well absorbed. There is no feeling of heaviness in the stomach after such a meal. Fish is not only rich in calcium, necessary for bone health and normal heart function. It is also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for the nervous, immune and cardiovascular systems. It is rich in brain function and maintaining a healthy hormonal balance. Salmon also contains vitamins “D”, “B12″, iron, magnesium. . and iodine Micronutrients are important for health,” says Kashukh.
He stressed that there is no official classification of the most useful seafood products.
“However, some seafood products are considered especially valuable for health. It is impossible to imagine a list of healthy fish without salmon. Only cod liver surpasses it in omega-3 content, but it is very rich in calories. The Omega-3 is essential, that is, in humans these acids are not synthesized in the body. They can only be obtained through food. They help to normalize cholesterol levels and reduce the concentration of this excess fatty substance. Cholesterol increases the risk of stroke and heart attack. Salmon is also rich in vitamin D: it affects the functioning of the nervous and immune system and is important for strengthening bones and teeth,” says the expert.
Along with salmon, the leading position in the list of useful seafood can be shared by other types of fatty fish: herring, sardines and trout.
“Another example of healthy fish that can be easily found in stores is mackerel. It is also rich in omega-3. It is an excellent source of protein and vitamin B12, a deficiency of which increases the risk of anemia and affects the functioning of the system. nervous system, as well as vision and digestion, influences the condition of hair and nails,” says the expert.
According to the doctor, cod should also be included in the diet.
“It is low in calories and rich in protein, as well as vitamins and minerals such as selenium and iodine. Cod helps maintain healthy skin, hair and nails, and also allows the thyroid gland to function normally,” says Kashukh. .
By the way, remember that fatty fish, especially salmon, sardines and mackerel that melts belly fat caused by stress It’s on the list of “magic” foods.
Kashukh also talked about fish that should be consumed less due to the high mercury content.
“It is a heavy metal that accumulates in the body and can have toxic effects on the nervous system. Mercury is present in almost all fish, but its quantity is especially high in some shellfish, such as tuna, mackerel and swordfish,” concluded the expert.
