Is U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish healthy?
U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is a lean fish and an excellent source of protein. It is low in saturated (bad) fat and is a moderate source of polyunsaturated (good) fat and omega-3 fatty acids. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, moderate fish consumption – one to two meals a week – may cut the risk of sudden cardiac death in half. The results show that any kind of fish, including U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish, can make a difference. • Is farm-raised fish better for the environment? U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is raised in freshwater ponds with closed systems and has little impact on the environment. The National Audubon Society, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and Environmental Defense all recommend U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish as a safe environmental choice. • Is U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fed any antibiotics or hormones? U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is not given any added hormones. Under normal growing conditions, U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish is antibiotic-free; only in r
