Health specialists have targeted two types of fish that can be found in stores in Romania: salmon and pangasius, respectively the most expensive and cheapest fish. Mercury and lead were found in the analysis.
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Although it is part of the luxury food category, our salmon on the market is generally the one that is artificially fed, say nutritionists. “In general, what we have on the market is farmed fish. Farmed salmon is artificially fed, which is why it is even fatter. The benefit of Omega 3 obtained from salmon practically loses its value,” says nutritionist Lygia Alexandrescu.
The high price does not guarantee that the fish is healthier. On the contrary, being raised in captivity can do us more harm than good, according to him doctorulzilei.ro.
Specialists say that many farmed fish are raised in a tub-like pool, and the bottom of the water is full of debris.
Pangasius is just as toxic. “It is a fish raised in wastewater with very large amounts of toxins. It has virtually no potential benefits,” adds the food expert.
Thus, nutritionists recommend us to eat fish locally. Novaca, carp, salamander or Danube mackerel are fish with superior nutritional qualities.
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