Packed with nutrients and offering delightful flavors, fish can be prepared in countless ways, making it a staple in many diets.
Ocean perch can be baked, fried, or grilled(Image: from_my_point_of_view via Getty Images)
For seafood enthusiasts, there’s good news about a fish variety that ranks highest in nutrition and offers numerous health benefits. The ocean perch has been dubbed the ultimate superfood in the BBC’s ranking of the world’s healthiest foods.
Scoring an impressive 89 out of 100 on the nutritional scale, this fish delivers about 20 grams of protein per 100-gram serving while containing only 79 calories and low levels of saturated fats. There’s even more good news according to Surrey Live.
Also known as rockfish, ocean perch is just one of many nutritionally-dense options worth incorporating into your meals.
Salmon remains a top choice largely due to its omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential since our bodies cannot produce them independently.
Additionally, an unexpected vegetable has been crowned the “healthiest vegetable on Earth” for its remarkable nutrient density. Based on research by the Centre for Disease Control that evaluates foods for their vitamin and mineral content, a diverse diet seems to be the key to optimal health.
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Surpassing other nutrient-rich vegetables such as spinach, chard, and beetroot greens, which scored in the 80s, watercress achieved a perfect rating of 100.
Jennifer Di Noia, an associate professor of sociology at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey, states: “Higher-ranking foods tend to offer more nutrients per calorie.”
For those looking to elevate their snacking habits, honey has been recognized as the “world’s healthiest snack.” This powerful superfood deserves regular inclusion in your diet.
Research has unveiled its myriad potential health benefits. Essentially, honey is a natural liquid sugar composed of glucose, fructose, and various minerals.
Though honey is primarily sugar, it may not seem like the most obvious healthy choice.
However, this fat-free ingredient is packed with plant compounds that promote health in every spoonful. Rich in antioxidants, honey has been scientifically shown to reduce the risk of certain health conditions, including cancer, infections, and various chronic diseases.
