What’s the difference between albacore, white and light tuna?
“White” tuna is albacore tuna. It has a milder flavor and whiter flesh than the product labeled “light,” which can come from skipjack or yellowfin tuna. Both are good sources of protein and are low in saturated fat, characteristics shared by all seafood. Each type of tuna offers slightly different benefits to different people. Albacore or white tuna is higher in omega-3 fat, which seems to help protect against heart disease by reducing inflammation and supporting healthy heart rhythms. While some research suggests that omega-3’s anti-inflammatory effects could offer anti-cancer benefits as well, more research is needed. Light tuna provides some omega-3 fat, but white tuna provides about three times as much. But light tuna has its advantages, too: It tends to have less mercury contamination. Mercury consumption can harm young children – even unborn infants. Current advisories emphasize that albacore tuna is quite safe to eat in moderation, but all women of childbearing age should keep i
