11 Healthy Types Of Fish For Cooking

Wednesday, April 10, 2013, 10:10 [IST]

Fish is one of the seafood that is popular worldwide. It is not only used for its taste and aroma but also because of its major health benefits. Fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids like other healthy seafood. However, fish is also a rich source of vitamins, minerals & proteins and super seafood for diabetics. It is also a rich source of zinc which makes it one of the healthy seafood that is great for heart patients too.

Fish oil is one of the popular extracts that has various health benefits. Fish oil benefits as it protects the body against cancer (due to omega-3 fatty acids), helps lose weight (by preventing pre-fat cells from turning into fat cells) and reduces body pain (by balancing calcium deficiency). One of the major benefits of fish is, it is great for your skin and hair.

But, one has to remember that not all fish can be consumed. Neither all types of fish are filled with health benefits. There are only few types of fish that are used for cooking. So, here are the healthiest and best types of fish that can be used for cooking.

11 types of healthy fish for cooking purpose:

Salmon

This is one of the most commonly type of fish used for cooking. It has many health benefits too! Salmon is a rich source of vitamin A and D. Perfect seafood to increase memory.

Tuna

There are many types of tuna that can be consumed. That is why, different types of tuna can be easily used for cooking.

Rainbow

The cold water fatty fish is another rich source of omega-3 fatty acids. You can enjoy maximum amount of fish oil from rainbow fish.

Mackerel

This type of fish is known for its heart health benefits. Mackerel is rich in vitamin A, C, D, K, B12, potassium, phosphorus and magnesium.

Pacific Halibut

The popular flatfish with a unique taste is another healthy type of fish that can be used for cooking. This fish is a rich source of vitamin B12, B6 and folic acid.

Bluefin tuna

Bluefin tuna is a dark and oil rich type of tuna fish that is stuffed with vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids.

Herring

Herring provides healthy fats and lean proteins. It is also rich in minerals like calcium, vitamin B12, selenium and phosphorus.

Sardines

American Heart Association has named sardines as one of the nutritious and best type of fish that lowers high blood pressure and prevents heart attack.