Fish in a Healthy Diet

Why has fish gained recognition in a healthy diet?

• Because it is inexpensive

• Because it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and unsaturated fats

• Because it is easy to cook

• Because it is available everywhere

What has been the consequence of the growing appetite for fish?

• Decrease in fish prices

• Improvement in water quality

• Many waters throughout the world have become overfished

• Increase in fish diversity

What is a concern for the future regarding fish supply?

• The taste of fish might change

• The size of fish may decrease

• The fish supply, whether wild or farm-raised, continues to be a serious concern

• Fish may become less nutritious

What primarily characterizes fish in the finfish category?

• They have no bones

• They have an internal skeleton and swim in the water

• They are covered by hard outer surfaces

• They have a hard shell like snails

What characteristic primarily distinguishes shellfish?

• They have an internal skeleton

• Swim in the water

• They have no bones and their bodies are covered by hard external surfaces

• They are a variety of fish that cannot be eaten

What is finfish most commonly referred to as?

• Shellfish

• Freshwater fish

• Simply as fish

• Aquatic animals

Finfish are not commonly purchased in what form?

• Filleted

• Whole

• Canned

• Frozen

Into how many categories are finfish divided?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What are the two categories of finfish?

• Saltwater and brackish water fish

• Freshwater and saltwater fish

• Tropical and cold water fish

• Deep sea and shallow water fish

How many categories is the saltwater fish divided into according to the text?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four