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Meet these 5 amazing fishes at the market: Natural fish with delicious meat and medicinal benefits

These are the types of fish that are naturally sourced, affordable, and packed with nutrients beneficial to our health.

8 December, 2023

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Shrimp

Shrimp, a small fish usually found in brackish water environments, is present from the North to the South of Vietnam. When you go to the market and come across these 5 types of fish, don’t hesitate to buy them.

Shrimp is not only natural and intact, but it also has a delicious taste and contains many nutrients, as illustrated in Figure 1. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, shrimp is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamins, and minerals. More importantly, they provide beneficial fats and cholesterol for cardiovascular health.

In July 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ranked shrimp as one of the best fish to consume.

The reason shrimp is considered a “clean fish” is because of their short lifespan, which leads to a lower accumulation of toxins compared to other fish species.

Herring

If you come across these 5 types of fish at the market, buy them right away. They have natural characteristics, delicious meat, and are rich in nutrients, as shown in the second image. Herring has a silver-white body, tender flesh, and many small bones. Although some people dislike the bones, herring is a fish that is richer in calcium than milk.

Every 85 grams of herring contains 325mg of calcium, compared to 276mg of calcium in 85 grams of milk. Just by eating 10 grams of herring, you can ensure an adequate supply of essential fats for the body every day. Herring is also a rich source of vitamin D and DHA, which helps boost the immune system and is beneficial for pregnant women.

Cod fish

Cod fish commonly lives in brackish water environments near the coast and river mouths. This is a familiar fish for Vietnamese people. According to traditional medicine, cod fish has the effect of supporting digestion, improving intestinal gas conditions, and helping to treat chronic colon inflammation.

Especially for the elderly, weak people, or those who have just recovered from illness, supplementing this type of fish in their diet can help improve their health. Cod fish reproduces quickly and has a short growth cycle, so they are less affected by toxic substances in the environment. Due to its reasonable price, housewives often prefer this type of fish for regular use.

Mackerel

Mackerel is a rich source of fatty acids, especially DHA and unsaturated fatty acids. This makes this type of fish a great benefit for brain development, especially for young children. Mackerel is often not artificially raised and they exist in abundance in the seas of Japan, China, and Vietnam.

This abundance of mackerel makes it reassuring to buy and consume them, especially for housewives who want to provide delicious and nutritious meals for their families.

Blind Fish

Blind fish has a silver-white appearance with a black-gray back and a sweet, tender, and delicious meat. Although this fish has little fat, it contains many beneficial omega-3 fatty acids for health.

In places like Japan, Korea, and China, blind fish is widely known and is often grilled or consumed raw. Blind fish live in deep sea water and are usually caught from natural environments. In addition, with a much lower price compared to salmon or tuna, blind fish is often a more economical choice and few people think of raising them.