Of the three important sources of dietary calories – protein, fat and carbohydrate – seafood is an excellent source of protein and contains varying degrees of ‘good’ fat, depending on the species eaten.
Protein-rich fish and shellfish provide nourishment for your muscles and can also help you to fight colds and flu. Eating lean white fish, such as cod and haddock, will help you maintain a healthy weight, boost your immunity and help your body to convert food into energy.