High Protein, Low Fat and Great TasteTilapia is an excellent choice as part of a healthy, balanced diet. People enjoy the mild flavor and “no-fishy” taste, which makes it great for many family dishes. Tilapia provides a high quality protein that is low in calories, total fat, saturated fat and carbohydrates.
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, a healthy kind of fat, tilapia is found to help protect the heart, the brain and the joints. Some studies also suggest that it can help prevent mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
Omega-3 fatty acids (also known as n-3 fatty acids) are essential nutrients for health – and since our bodies cannot make them, we must get it through food. Contributing to numerous normal body functions, such as blood clotting and brain cell membranes growth, Omega-3s are associated with many health benefits. These include protection against heart disease and possibly stroke.
In addition to established benefits for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, omega-3 fatty acids in high doses are used to treat depression. New studies are identifying potential benefits for a wide range of conditions including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. (Source: Dr. Frank Sacks, Harvard School of Public Health)
A 3-oz serving of Tilapia contains up to 100 mg of omega-3 making it a better choice for than pork, poultry or beef for getting the this nutrient your family needs.
Nutritional ValueThe U.S. Dietary Guidelines, the American Heart Association, the National Academy of Sciences and others document the health advantages of eating tilapia and other seafood. All these organization recommend fish (non deep-fried) for at least two meals a week.
Unlike fish raised in the wild, such as salmon, shark, swordfish and tuna, Regal Springs Tilapia is raised on clean reservoirs and fed a controlled diet. Therefore Regal Spring Tilapia is proudly mercury-free. Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warn young children, women who might become pregnant and those who are pregnant, to avoid eating fish that is high in mercury.
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The finalist of Regal Springs Tilapia Chef Contest: Tilapia Lasagna by Sheri Bowling
The US market for frozen Tilapia fillets is growing faster than fresh or whole tilapias.
