by MBC Team
Herring,facts

Herring cooked

  • Herring is a small, wild-caught fish which belongs to the same family as sardines.
  • Herring has been a staple food source for more than 5 000 years.
  • Herring contains significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and vitamin D.
  • Herring is an excellent source of potassium, phosphorus, and vitamin B3.
  • Herring is a good source of selenium and vitamin E.
  • Herring has a low mercury concentration.
  • Herring contains small edible bones.
  • Depending on the cooking method herring may be high in sodium.