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Tuna,fillet,facts

Tuna fillet cooked

  • The tuna family is a diverse family of fish found in most of the world's oceans.
  • As a highly migratory fish, tuna can travel thousands of miles in its lifetime, making it accessible to fishing for many nations around the world.
  • There are several types that vary in size, color and taste, which include skipjack, albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, and bigeye.
  • Tuna is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, selenium, and vitamin D.
  • Some of the selenium is found in the form of selenoneine, which can be particularly valuable in terms of its antioxidant properties.
  • Tuna is a good source of magnesium, potassium and iodine.
  • Tuna contains iron, phosphorus, vitamin A, and B vitamins.
  • Some varieties of raw tuna, especially bigeye and bluefin, may have high levels of mercury.
  • Tuna allergies are fairly common.
  • Raw tuna may contain parasites that can cause foodborne illness in humans, but these can usually be eliminated by cooking or freezing.