Contribution of Fish in Human Nutrition
Biswajit Mohanty
College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura (799 210), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Fish, Macronutrients, Micronutrients, Nutrition
Abstract
In a world where nearly 30 percent of humanity suffers from malnutrition and more than 70 percent of the planet is covered by water, aquatic food especially fish forms an essential part in the human nutrition. This article reviews the nutritional composition of fish and therefore the health benefits of fish. In addition to the superior nutritional profile and benefits of fish, it play a crucial role within the nutrition of the poor as a reasonable and far needed source of top quality animal protein and essential amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. As one of the simplest aquatic animal food, fish from a nutritional perspective and the direct consumption of fish and fishery products should be encouraged and promoted to maintain a healthy life.
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