The 3 Best Kinds Of Fish For Weight Loss, According To Experts

Salmon
This popular fatty fish is not only loaded with nutrients but it’s also tasty, versatile, and widely available. Considered a superfood, salmon includes antioxidant elements like selenium and other minerals like phosphorus, zinc, and potassium, as well as vitamin B. So, salmon aids in good health, as it makes up for most of the mineral and vitamin deficiencies in the body. “We all know that salmon is high in fat, but the omega-3 fatty acids found in it are one of the healthiest fats we can eat. Plus, both fat and protein are key nutrients for weight loss. They keep us satiated for longer, so you don’t end up overeating during the day,” De Angelis says. And, the omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon can also boost volume and shine in hair. It’s a win-win!

Cod
“For those looking for lean fish options, cod is the way to go. Since it’s high in protein it can keep you satisfied throughout the day, preventing you from mindlessly snacking all day. Since it’s also low in fat and calories, cod is a great addition to a low-calorie diet/meals,” De Angelis explains. “Besides being a low-calorie high protein fish option, cod is packed with B vitamins crucial for several bodily functions like stress management, neurotransmitters synthesis, nutrient metabolization, energy production, and many others.”

This flakey, white fish is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids which is essential for overall health but it can’t be produced by the body. That’s why it’s so important to get these omega-3 fats through your diet. Getting enough omega-3 fatty acids in your diet can help lower triglycerides, a type of unhealthy cholesterol.

Sardines
Not only is this oily fish easy to find in most grocery stores, but sardines are also rich in many vitamins. That’s why De Angelis highly recommends this fish for weight loss. “I love sardines as a midday savory nourishing snack paired with whole-grain crackers, the perfect combination of weight loss-friendly nutrients: fiber, protein, and unsaturated fats. They keep you full for longer, making transitioning the afternoon with a full stomach but low-calorie intake, so you don’t reach dinner time with ravenous hunger,” she notes, “Sardines are also an excellent omega 3