Fish once primarily popular in only coastal, and fishing communities has found itself in the meat markets, and seafood outlets around the world. No matter where you live, it is usually possible to get a variety of sea food year round.

  So is seafood good for you? Generally yes, it is very good for you, rich in nutrients, essential oils, vitamins and much more. In fact usually it depends more on how fish is prepared, which determines how good it is for you. Broiled with a light sauce, fish can be a great addition to your diet. Deep fried in lard, not so good. While you get the seafood, you are also getting the batter soaked in animal fat, so you have somewhat defeated the purpose of having fish in the first place.

What about raw fish. Certain types of sea food, such as sushi, and oysters are popular served raw. There is a danger if the fish has not been refrigerated well, prepared well, or improperly harvested that certain ailments can arise from eating sea food products. These are, in most cases rare, and if you are preparing raw seafood yourself, using clean utensils and avoiding cross contamination from other foods will keep the raw seafood lovers happy and healthy!

    New to seafood, is fish farming, which although controversial, has made available more fish, such as salmon for more consumers around the world. Salmon is an excellent main course to build a meal around. Salmon is usually broiled, pan fried or can be barbequed.