Fish is very nearly the perfect food. Fish is an excellent, lean sort of protein and some types of fish, like flounder and haddock, are all but fat-free. On top of this, fish is abundant in omega-3 fatty acids, which are polyunsaturated fats that have been named in preventing heart disease. Fish is also an excellent source of a type of iron that is easier to absorb than iron from plants. Most types of fish are also high in magnesium and potassium, which are two minerals that help support normal blood pressure. Fish is also a source of the B vitamins, including vitamin B12, which is necessary f...
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