I recently read an article stating that even though Talapia is in vogue these days, it is actually one of the worst fish to eat. This is a very highly contraversial subject and needs further research. However, Talapia has Omega 6 fatty acids which, unlike Omega 3, has been linked to coagulation problems, cancer, arthritis, IBS and suseptible to oxidation. Again, the full research is not complete, but there are many other choices that are preferable.

If you really like Talapia, make sure you eat it in moderation until the experts have come up with the full research on Omega 6.

One final note: according to Fox News, "Today, Seafood Watch gives farmed tilapia from China a €œGood Alternative€� rating, due to improved enforcement of food legislation. But it cautions that the fish currently tests in the €œred zone€� for the presence of banned or illegal chemicals such as antibiotics, malachite green and methyl testosterone hormones used in Chinese tilapia production."

In addition, there are few controls on using treated wastewater to raise farmed talapia in China. The USDA now requires that the country of origin be placed on a label. It is preferable to choose Talapia raised in Ecuador, USA, or Canada.

The bottom line is that if we need those essential Omega 3 fatty acids, it's a good idea to eat a variety of fish and not stick to one as well as research how the fish are farmed, or wild caught. Fishy business, eh???

Hope this is helpful info.

Jeff S.
Florida