Wild vs. Farmed Fish: Understanding the Difference
A salmon isn’t always a salmon. Intensively farmed salmon can contain up to 16 times more pollutants than wild salmon. This difference is explained by an artificial grain-based diet that also alters the composition of beneficial fatty acids.
It’s comparable to the difference between an industrial tomato and a garden tomato: same appearance, but radically different intrinsic qualities.
Guide to choosing wisely
Faced with uncertainties about the state of the oceans, a few simple principles allow us to consume with complete peace of mind:
- Choose species rich in omega-3 (check nutrition labels)
- Choose small wild fish
- Choose fishing areas far from industrial activities
Not all fish are equal
To fully enjoy the benefits of the sea without the drawbacks, the key is to know how to select. Regularly include species rich in healthy fatty acids and low in contaminants in your menus, while avoiding large predators that are often too high in heavy metals.
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