Dietary Recommendations
The American Heart Association recommends that you eat at least two servings of fish each week. (One serving equals about 3 ounces cooked, or a serving about the size of a checkbook). Fish, especially oily fish, is rich in Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Research has established a link between eating fish and a lowered risk of death from coronary heart disease. Read more
Food Pyramid
The 2005 dietary guidelines advise Americans to consume more fish to live "longer, healthier, and more active lives." The United States Department of agriculture recommends that individuals over the age of two emphasise fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products, as well as lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts in their diets. It also recommends a diet low in saturated or trans fat, cholesterol, salt and added sugars.
According to the USDA, some fish, (such as salmon, trout, and herrings) are high in omega fatty acids. It also states that there is some limited evidence suggesting that fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease.
As demonstrated by our "Twice a Week" program, we recommend consuming at least two servings of seafood each week for a healthy diet. By clicking on the food pyramid below you can review the USDA's dietary recommendations for various food groups.
For information on the Food Pyramid see the United States Department of Agriculture's site at:
