Health Benefits of Tuna

Tuna is eaten more than any other fish by Americans. That's thanks to the popularity of canned tuna. Fresh tuna is eaten as well, and it is even tastier and firmer than when canned. The fish is found in the warm waters of the Pacific and Indian oceans, as well as the Mediterranean Sea. It is available year round. It is a nutritious fish as well.

Heart

Tuna, like other fish, is full of omega-3 fatty acids. These help to eliminate erratic heart beats, and that lowers the risk of blood clots and heart attacks.

Triglycerides

Triglycerides are a type of fat that--when present in great amounts--contributes to high cholesterol. Eating tuna lowers the triglyceride content in a person to normal, healthy amounts.

Stroke

Since eating tuna helps prevent blood clots and also improves blood flow, it can help prevent strokes. Eating only 1 to 3 servings a month is enough to lower the risk of stroke in a person.

Skin

The omega-3 count in tuna is greatly beneficial to skin care. It helps to reduce inflammation, which helps reduce the risk of sunburn and skin cancer.

Liver

Tuna is a good source of selenium as well as omega-3. This is important in liver health, which helps to promote detoxification of the body.