Something smells fishy but could be healthy
Fish is high in omega-3 and Omega 3 has been proven to reduce incidence of heart problems, aid in decreasing cholesterol and may altogether help prevent strokes. It is high in protein, zinc and iron, and it's low on fat. Besides reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids may reverse depression, slow the mental decline that can come with age and reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers according to studies. There is evidence that infants born to mothers who received omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy have better vision and brain development. Fish with high concentrations of omega-3s are the oily varieties, including salmon, herring, sardines and trout. But let us hold our horses. Eating fish may not entirely be problem free. Some fish varieties have been found to contain high levels of mercury, polychlorinated bipenyls PCBs), and other toxic agents that can take away some of its health benefits. Fish highly tainted with Mercury