Seafood is more than tasty… it’s also great for your health, your body and your mind. The minerals and vitamins in seafood promote clearer skin, shinier hair, higher energy levels. It can even boost your brainpower. And with more than 100  species available around the British Isles, there are lots of species to choose from.

Seafood: Eight reasons to love it

1 It’s a ‘superfood’
The Omega-3 found in oil-rich fish such as herring and mackerel is one of the best presents you can give your body. It’s good for your heart and your eyes, it helps to keep your skin clear and it’s great for healthy looking hair. Omega-3 is also brilliant ‘brain food’ – it can help to boost your memory and concentration.

2 Calcium makes you strong
The most important mineral for your bones is calcium – and seafood is a rich and natural source. Try anchovies or
grilled sardines, which are eaten with bones for extra calcium. The Vitamin D present in much seafood also helps your body
absorb the calcium.

3 Protein gives you power
Protein-rich fish and shellfish provides nourishment for you muscles and helps you to fight colds and flu. Eat fish to help ward off the sniffles.

4 The eyes have it
Seafood is a valuable source of Vitamin A – which is essential for healthy eyes and skin.

5 Energy boost
The B-vitamins in seafood help to turn your food into energy. Ever wondered why so many athletes talk about eating grilled fish and vegetables? The answer’s on the stopwatch.

6 It’s just my metabolism
A healthy dose of iodine-rich seafood on a regular basis will help to keep your metabolism steady – which is good for your heart, your weight and, well… your whole body! Where’s the fish counter?!

7 Stay in shape
Not only is seafood delicious to eat, it’s also one of the lowest-fat forms of protein and minerals. Eating lean whitefish such as cod and haddock will keep you at the right weight, boost your immunity and help to convert food into energy.

8 Make you feel happy
Eating well can have a positive effect on your mood. Scientists have discovered that eating seafood can lower the risk of
depression.

Find out more...
We have developed the following seafood and health information leaflets. You'll find these at your local fishmonger.

Seafood for adults
Eating seafood is a healthy and nutritious way of cutting down on calories without having to sacrifice flavour. Find out how seafood can help you with everything from weight management to boosting your brain-power.

Eat seafood during pregnancy
Eating seafood during pregnancy and while breast-feeding will help to boost your baby’s brain development.

Seafood for children
Eating Seafood gives kids a natural source of Omega-3 and other nutrients essential for physical and mental growth.

Seafood and heart health
Eating seafood twice a week could reduce the risk of heart attack by up to half. Ensuring a good omega-3 intake from seafood helps to keep blood fat level down and the heart and circulation in tip-top shape.

Seafood for 18-24 year olds
Seafood can help you with everything from keeping your skin smooth to improving your concentration levels.

Seafood for men
Eating seafood can help you with everything from weight management to improving your love-life….

Eat shellfish
Find out more about cholesterol and why eating shellfish as part of a healthy, balanced diet is good for you.

Ready reckoner
Learn more about Omega-3 and find out about the top 40 Omega-3 rich seafoods.