Why herring is good for you and who should eat it: an expert's answer

Herring is a very affordable and tasty fish that you can salt and marinate yourself. It also makes delicious and satisfying appetizers, salads, and spreads.

Nutritionist Svitlana Fus shared on Instagram how herring is good for you and why everyone should eat it.

The benefits of herring:

• Fish is high in healthy fatty acids, mostly omega-3

"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. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for a good diet because they are not produced in the body, and they are very important for health. A type of omega-3 fatty acid that is a valuable structural component of the brain and retina. Lack of sufficient amounts can cause vision problems," the expert explained.

• Herring contains iodine

"100 g of this fish will provide almost half of the daily dose of this element necessary for thyroid function. It is also important for the thyroid gland and selenium. Herring contains quite a lot of it - about 37 mcg, while the minimum daily requirement is 50 mcg," Fuss said.

• Herring contains powerful antioxidants

"Fish contains vitamin E and selenium. Both of these nutrients are important for the immune system. They help minimize the damage caused by free radicals. This fish has everything: minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and healthy fats," the expert said.