Nutrition and omega-3s
Fish provides protein; some varieties are richer in long-chain omega-3 fats than others.
Seafood: Marine Nutrition & Omega-3s
Explore finfish, shellfish, marine nutrition, omega-3 fatty acids, and sustainable healthy seafood.
FROM CURIOSITY TO EVERYDAY CHOICES
Choose seafood with nutrition and safety in view
Fish and shellfish vary in flavor, nutrients, sustainability considerations, and potential contaminants. Explore practical ways to compare seafood, prepare it safely, and find guidance for pregnancy and children.
Explore all 0 guidesConsider variety
Different seafood provides different nutrients; vary choices and consult local advisories where relevant.
Handle and cook safely
Keep raw seafood separate and use current food-safety guidance for cooking.
Check life-stage guidance
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and childhood have specific advice about fish choices and mercury.
Make informed seafood choices
There are no dedicated seafood articles in this collection yet. These starting points cover nutrition, mercury, and safe preparation.
Mercury and fish choices
Advice can differ by species and life stage; use current local guidance, especially for pregnancy and children.
Safe handling and cooking
Keep seafood cold, avoid cross-contamination, and cook to a safe temperature.
Common questions about seafood
Recommendations vary by country and individual circumstances. The American Heart Association suggests two fish servings per week as part of a heart-healthy pattern; pregnancy and childhood guidance should also account for species-specific mercury advice.
Source: American Heart AssociationMercury levels vary by species and size. Check your country’s current fish-advice list rather than relying on a generic “safe fish” list, particularly during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or when choosing fish for children.
Source: FDA fish adviceFoodSafety.gov advises cooking fish to 145°F (63°C), or until flesh is no longer translucent and separates easily with a fork. Follow local guidance and avoid cross-contamination from raw seafood.
Source: FoodSafety.gov temperature chartExplore all seafood guides
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