Fish for the better?

Eating seafood is generally good for you, however we got to watch out for mercury level in them too. Mercury poisoning can be deadly, and mercury contamination can lead to a host of neurological problems.

Below are some fish that are safe to eat and those that are to avoid or consume less. Though lists change from year to year and vary by region, a few species high in omega-3s and low in contaminants come from well-managed fisheries and tend to make the grade across the board.

Choose Safe, Sustainable Fish
Wild Alaska salmon
Canned pink or sockeye salmon
Anchovies
Sardines
Alaska sablefish (black cod)
Atlantic herring
Atlantic mackerel
Farmed oysters

Avoid High-mercury Fish
Tilefish (golden bass)
King mackerel
Shark
Swordfish
Freshwater sport fish caught in contaminated waters