Health benefits of fish
Fish is one of the most beneficial protein sources for your diet. It’s filled with essential nutrients, like omega-3 fatty acids, and is a great source of protein to keep your body lean and your muscles strong. Fish doesn’t only impact your waistline, but also other functions of your body including your liver, brain, and even your sleep. To find out more about the health benefits of fish, hover over the images below.
Protein
Protein
Needed to build and maintain every cell in the body. Proteins consist of various amino acids. Those that the body cannot produce itself, so which must be added through diet, are called essential amino acids.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D
Contained in fatty fish appears to have a preventive effect on diapetes type 2 and MS (auto-immune illnesses where the body's immune defence system attacks the body's cells instead of protecting them). 100g of salmon provides 80-100% of your daily intake of Vitamin D.
Omega 3 - Fatty Acid
Omega 3 - Fatty Acid
Omega 3 prevents and slows the development of cardiovascular diseases. These marine fatty acids are also key building blocks of the brain.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12
Is important in enabling your body to form new cells. Given that the body stores very many red blood cells, a deficiency of Vitamin B12 can result in anaemia and iodine is important for your normal metabolism. Recommended daily intake is between 0.8-2 micrograms and 100g of our salmon contains roughly 3.9 micrograms.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A
Helps give you good eyesight and a strong immune defence system. It is also important to foetal development and reproductive ability. RDI for 350 micrograms (children) and 900 micrograms (adults). 100g of salmon contains approximately 3-20 micrograms of vitamin A.
