Health Benefits of Sushi

Sushi is a very Healthful Food!

Fish is widely recognized as a very healthful food. High in protein and low in fat, countless types of fish are actually staples in many parts of the world. Even those fish that are higher in fat are still healthful and heart friendly, unlike many terrestrial meats that can be high in saturated fats.

Most fish is high in the particular types of fats referred to as "Omega-3" fatty acids. These fats are essential to the human diet as we do not synthesize them biologically, and we must either consume the particular Omega-3s that our bodies require, or their precursor fatty acids which the body converts into the fats we use. These "fish oil" variety of these fats are originally manufactured by algae, and eventually are incorporated into the fish as they move up the food chain.

The two most widely spoken of are abbreviated as DHA and EPA. These two Omega-3 fatty acids are currently being studied as they are now considered very healthful fats, alongside monounsaturated fats such as olive oil. Omega-3 fatty acids however may be better for you than you realise.

Please also see:

Sushi Nutritional Information

Potential Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Health Risks associated with Sushi

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