What are the health benefits and health risks associated with eating oily fish?
It is recommended that we aim to eat at least 2 portions of fish and shellfish per week, including at least one portion of oily fish. Oily fish such as sardines, herring, mackerel, trout and salmon are all rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which may help maintain a healthy heart and healthy joints. The omega-3 fatty acids are also important for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding because they help a baby’s nervous system to develop. Most people should be eating more oily fish because omega-3 fatty acids are very good for our health. However, oily fish can contain low levels of pollutants that can build up in the body.
