Oily fish: composition, useful properties and contraindications

Oily fish: composition, useful properties and contraindications
 On the shelves of fish stores under the name "butterfish" sold a variety of its instances belonging to different families and genera. They are united not generic characteristics and palatability. Apparently, this confusion has occurred because of the fact that most often occurs in the sale of "American butterfish" or "batterfish." So, what kinds of "real" fish oil can get the average buyer?

Oily fish escolar. Caught mainly in the south-western Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Australia and New Zealand. Big fish, some specimens can reach 2 meters in length and weigh up to 50 kg. Mainly caught fishes more modest weight: 25 - 35 kg. Has a high taste, flesh is firm, white, very fat. Recommended before cooking the fish hang headless tail to stack the excess fat.

The fact is that although this absolutely non-toxic oil, but it is poorly absorbed by the human body, so it may cause excess disorder of the gastrointestinal tract. That is why there are recommendations: the use of dishes from Escolar. You first need to eat a small piece to follow the reaction of the organism. In some countries, selling Escolar and serving dishes from his restaurants and cafes should be accompanied by a warning about the possible consequences. Although this fish is quite toxic and has a high taste qualities.

Oily fish Strom. It caught in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Brazil and Argentina. Fat flesh of the fish up to 10%, protein content - 20%. Relatively small (up to 60 cm and., Weighing up to 500 grams), very tasty.

Oily fish seriolella. This is the most "fat" of all fish oil, individual instances can contain up to 40% fat! The protein content of 14%. Caught in the south-western Pacific Ocean.

The main benefit of fish oil is that it contains many trace elements potassium. Therefore, it is recommended to use in food for people suffering from heart disease and vascular fragility. Fish is also rich in unsaturated fats, which contribute to the rejuvenation of body cells.

It should be remembered that the use of fish oil (because of its high fat content) is undesirable for people suffering from diseases of the liver and gastrointestinal tract.

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