Joe says:

While it is wise to be wary of potential toxins in fish, the consensus is that fish is one of the healthiest foods you can include in your diet. In fact, a study by the Institute of Medicine concluded that the rewards of eating fish far outweigh the risks.

Over 200 other studies strongly endorse the cardiovascular benefits of fish. One major study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, concluded that eating "as little as two fish dishes a week, about 7.5 ounces of fish total, may cut the risk of dying from heart attack in half." That's because fish oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can reduce cholesterol and triglycerides, prevent clotting and promote the health of coronary artery walls. Fatty fish like salmon and tuna are the best choices.

Despite the cardiovascular benefits, some people should limit consumption because of contamination risks. These include women who are or may become pregnant or who are breast-feeding, along with children up to age 12. A good rule is to a) avoid consuming large predatory fish such as swordfish and shark, and b) eat a variety of seafood to minimize risk from any single source.
1 | Oct. 22, 2008 at 3:14pm