Seafood is wonderfully rich in omega 3 fatty acids, but the
healthfulness doesn't end there. As is the case in overall diet,
variety and moderation are key. By eating a variety of seafood,
the healthy benefits are realized and the risks involved with a
particular seafood are minimized. Fish and seafood provide some
of the leanest sources of protein. Cod packs a whopping 63 grams
of protein for every 100 grams of cod. By comparison, chicken
breast offers 33 grams of protein per 100 grams of chicken and
tofu offers 48 grams of protein per 100 grams of tofu. Retinol,
or vitamin A, is found in seafood and is vital for red blood
production, eye health and overall wellness. Fish like salmon
contain vitamin A in the flesh, while fish liver is rich in it.
Vitamin E is found in fish oils, and protects our bodies from
free radicals. Clams, oysters, mussels, fish eggs, octopus and
fish like sardines, salmon, herring, and mackerel are high in
vitamins B-12 and B-6, vital for brain function. Seafood,
especially clams, shr