Oily fish are nutritional superstars and, if you want to buy local, you won’t do better than mackerel. Abundant in our waters in early summer, mackerel is both sustainable and extremely nutritious. Here’s what makes these sensational swimmers such a catch.
1/ One 100g serving contains more than 1,000mg of omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce inflammation and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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2/ It’s a fantastic source of vitamin B12 (100g contains three times the daily requirement), integral to the production of oxygen-carrying red blood cells. It’s also rich in the antioxidant mineral selenium. A 100g fillet provides three quarters of your daily needs.
3/ A small mackerel fillet (100g) contains 24g of protein. In a study involving mice, the protein derived from mackerel was found to delay fatigue during endurance exercise.
4/ Research has shown that the two most potent forms, of omega-3s, EPA and DHA, are better absorbed from fish than from fish oil supplements.
5/ It’s beneficial to your wellness and your wallet. Tinned mackerel in water are sold on average at £1/125g, while We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article can be bought for slightly more than £2.
