Brits 'should up their fish intake'

Friday, 11 March 2011 11:31 AM

Many Brits don't eat enough fish, according to a new report. The recommended levels are at least two portions of fish a week but a report in this month’s Nutrition Bulletin says not enough people know how to select or cook fish and shellfish.

The report, Benefits of Fish Consumption, also suggested that intakes of oily fish are desperately low, with less than a quarter of adults eating oily fish.

Oily fish is an essential source of omega 3 and omega 6, which is beneficial for brain and heart health.

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One portion of fish amounts to 140g fish and can include breaded fish, fish pie, fresh and frozen fish as well as shellfish such as scampi and prawns. One portion of the two portions a week should be of oily fish

A spokesperson for Young's Seafood said fish is easy to cook and affordable, and families should try a range of fish types to find something they enjoy.

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