The Most Delicious and Nutritious Catch From Alaska’s Waters

The waters of Alaska are well-known for their rich and flourishing fish and seafood populations, but so much of the time, the focus for consumers is on those well-known fish, and not so much on other very delicious and equally nutritious counterparts. While the world sings the praises of omega-3s and decides that now, more than ever, consuming salmon is a great idea, other large hauls of equally healthy fish sometimes get left out of the latest news and cooking magazines.

A variety of whitefish also inhabit the crisp, cool waters off the coast of Alaska, and they, too, have managed to survive in populous schools even while the rest of the world's oceans experience serious decimation of populations. Whitefish have long been an integral part of many different culture's diets. Indigenous tribes of Alaska depended on the protein and high healthy fat content to survive tough winters, numerous sea bound fleets counted on the ability to dry whitefish for survival, and numerous Eastern European and Jewish staples include smoked whitefish in some shape or form. So foodies and health nuts alike can find many different reasons to give this versatile fish a try.

For those health-conscious diners who are looking to lose weight, whitefish is an excellent choice. With a large amount of protein, vitamin B12, and iron, there are more than enough nutritious reasons to incorporate more of this type of fish into any diet. With less than 10 calories from fat per serving and so many elements necessary for a healthy diet, it's definitely a good idea for those concerned about their well-being to switch away from red meat and try to incorporate more fish into one's diet.

It's important to note that those who are interested in changing their diet to incorporate more whitefish should be aware that the fish goes by many different names, as it is a more general species that includes many subspecies. From Alaska pollock to Alaska cod, numerous different fish species of the same larger family provide the same delicious taste and highly nutritious elements needed for a healthy diet. And with so many miles of coastline and some of the cleanest waters around, there has never been a better location to get one's fish than from the waters around Alaska.

Great tasting Alaska seafood is a healthy way to feed the whole family. You'll find a ton of great nutrition information at the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute's website.