Svitlana Fus told why you should definitely eat herring

Fish is a very healthy product that should be in everyone's diet because it contains so many essential vitamins and fats that are necessary for the body. It's worth noting that even the most budget-friendly fish has plenty of nutrients, you just need to eat it regularly – 2-3 times a week.

Nutritionist Svitlana Fus explained in her Instagram stories why you should eat herring and why it is useful and necessary for the body.

1. Herring is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids. With a daily requirement of 1 to 1.5 g per day, 100 g of herring contains 2.4 g of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for proper nutrition because they are not produced in the body.

2. Herring contains a lot of fat, but it is healthy fatty acids, mainly omega-3.

3. DHA is a type of omega-3 fatty acid, a valuable structural component of the brain and retina. Lack of sufficient DHA can lead to visual impairment. DHA also has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system.

4. In addition, herring contains iodine, 100 g of this fish will provide almost half of the daily dose of this element necessary for the thyroid gland.