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Why Wild-Caught Fish are Better for You and the Environment

written by

Mike Ferguson

posted on

April 7, 2022

Suppose you care about freshness by eating fish that hasn’t been handled by many hands in a transit center or shipping container where antibacterial agents have covered every possible surface. Then, if you want to know what species of fish you’re buying and that the fish comes from the place where you thought it did—–you’ve got to buy wild-caught fish.

Wild-caught is fish that has been shipped from the wild, usually near where they were caught. The fish are traditionally ransomed and seen again for a considerably higher price, usually after processing.

Wild-caught fish is more than just a tasty meal. Wild-caught fish is healthier and sustainable and good for your environment. It’s also more flavorful than farmed fish and more beneficial for you with fewer toxins. Here are some of the benefits that make wild-caught fish superior:

Benefits of Wild-Caught Fish to You and Your Environment

Wild-caught fish offers many benefits to the consumer. First, it’s higher in critical nutrients such as Omega 3s, B12, DHA, and EPA. Next, it is better for the environment since wild-caught fish are not exposed to chemicals (pesticides and antibiotics), mercury, or toxic metals often found in farm-raised seafood. Finally, wild-caught fish are caught in their natural habitat, feeding wild plankton instead of GMO cornmeal.

Wild-caught fish is the ideal protein source for anyone looking to get more Omega 3 fatty acids into their diet. Omega 3 is a critical element in cell metabolism and helps remove free radicals. It’s also integral in boosting immunity and protecting against some of the most common illnesses and conditions. It’s hard to get enough of this incredible nutrient.

Wild-caught fish oil supplements help to regulate triglycerides and keep the cardiovascular system healthy. In addition, they provide essential fatty acids, DHA and EPA, for eye and brain health. They also help support overall health and benefit heart, joint, immune, cognitive, eye, and skin health.

One of the top ways to reduce your impact on your environment is to eat fish caught naturally and not farmed. Wild-caught fish provide an alternative to farmed fish in a wide range of cuisines around the world. They are more environmentally friendly as the methods used to farm Fish are often destructive to the environment in other ways. Wild-caught fish also has a lower mercury level than farmed fish, making it a more desirable option for people who have an allergy to fish. Most wild-caught fish are healthy and nutritious. Additionally, coming into contact with wild fish while growing up or living in an area with abundant wild fish means you’re more likely to acquire these beneficial antibodies.

Conclusion

In the world of consumerism and environmentalism, every little bit counts. Purchasing products with resources sustainably harvested and produced is an act of kindness and compassion that impacts our planet and our lives. Unfortunately, many products sold at mainstream stores are filled with chemicals that are harmful to our bodies. It’s led consumers to seek out natural products when they should be buying manufactured goods. Wild-Caught fish have been caught without toxic chemicals like mercury or PCBs, often found in factory-made products. These chemicals leach into our food supply and pose a threat to human health if consumed regularly.




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