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Is it true that canned fish can be harmful to health: how often and with what can they be consumed
26.04.2024 20:46
Canned products are not considered the healthiest, but they are the only way to preserve and transport food that is, if not fresh, then edible.
Proponents of healthy eating insist that you need to give up everything unnatural and stale. But does that mean you also need to give up canned fish?
Indeed, it is better to give up sugar-filled canned vegetables and fruits in favor of fresh ones. But canned fish is still more of an exception to this rule, writes Doctor Peter, citing gastroenterologist Evgeny Belousov.
The expert does not recommend giving up this type of product, but also does not advise overusing it.
How often can you eat
It is important to remember that in addition to fish, this food contains a lot of salt and spices.
The specialist draws attention to maintaining the balance of sodium and potassium in the diet and advises focusing on seaweed, spinach and celery, as well as champignons and other foods rich in potassium.
You can eat canned fish, but not more than 1-2 times a week.
Even half a can of saury can exceed the daily salt intake (2-3 grams per day).
What to look out for
Canned fish in its own juice is healthier – less caloric, without excess sugar and preservatives.
It is important to remember about GOST and not buy products without this marking.
What can you eat it with?
Canned fish will be beneficial if served with vegetables and greens. You can even make salads.
What not to eat with
It is not recommended to eat fatty fish with potatoes, corn, beets and rice, a gastroenterologist warned.
Previously, we talked about how to eat to keep your teeth white .
