Top 3 Best Fish vs. Worst Fish to Eat: Thomas DeLauer

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    We are going to go over the top 3 fish to eat and the fish that you may want to avoid. Fish can become contaminated in a number of ways - size, species, age and location determine contamination levels. Heavy Metals: Mercury and Lead-
    Mercury is known to cause many health problems and is especially dangerous for children and women who are or may become pregnant. It can take 12-18 months for mercury to pass through the body, so women who may become pregnant should also work hard to avoid mercury. The nervous system and kidneys are the main targets of mercury. Children exposed to mercury may cause mental development problems, including coordination and learning handicaps. Anyone can experience mercury health effects, including: fatigue, dizziness, numbness or tingling, memory and coordination problems, irritability.If enough mercury is consumed, permanent brain and kidney damage can occur. Large, older, or predatory fish have more time and eat more contaminated foods, allowing heavy metals to bioaccumulate.
    Industrial Chemicals-
    PCBs, dioxins, DDT and other chemicals can leach from factories or garbage into our waters. These chemicals are related to cancer risk. Bottom dwelling fish are the most susceptible to these toxins, including the American eel, sea trout and wild striped bass.
    Radiation-
    The Fukushima nuclear disaster is one of the most widely discussed radiation events that has an impact on what we eat. Radiation is known to cause cancer, so avoiding foods high in radioactive compounds is important. Researching your fish choices online is the best way to avoid consuming fish that come from an area high in radiation.
    Choosing Fish for Your Family-
    The Environmental Defense Fund Seafood Selector is a great benefit when deciding what fish to avoid and what fish to load up on. Given the above concerns while also weighing in health and deliciousness, here is the list of the top three fish:
    (1) Pacific Sardines (US and Canada):
    -Low in mercury
    -Sustainably fished
    -High in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B12, B2, B3, D, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, copper and more
    -They are inexpensive and easy to find canned.
    (2) Wild Alaskan Salmon:
    -Salmon is one of the most delicious fish, rich in healthy fats.
    -Low in mercury and sustainably fished
    -Contains bioactive peptides that may support for cartilage, insulin and inflammation.
    -High in vitamins B12, B3, D, selenium, omega-3 fatty acids, phosphorus, B6 and many others.
    (3) Muscles:
    -Low in mercury and one of the most sustainably fished seafood sources out there
    -High in selenium, omega-3s, B12, iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and many others.
    Seafood to Avoid:
    Due to toxins and sustainability, it is best to stay away from these types of seafood.
    (1) Shark:
    -Anything this high up on the food chain is going to be a red flag when it comes to toxins.Predators consume other fish and their toxins. The higher up on the food chain, the higher the levels of mercury and toxins in the fish. Adding to the health dangers is the unsustainable fishing practices. Sharks have long gestation periods, taking a long time to mature and have offspring. This makes overfishing or depleting their numbers easy to do. Most shark species are experiencing a large decline due to fishing, being caught as bycatch and for fins in Asia.
    (2) Tuna:
    A favorite among many sushi goers is unfortunately very high in mercury and horrible for sustainability.
    Some tuna is much better for you and the environment than others. If you do consume tuna, US yellowfin is the best option. Canned albacore tuna is high in mercury and should be avoided. Bluefin and imported albacore are the worst tuna options for health and sustainability - do your best to avoid these.
    Canned light tuna is better for you than canned white tuna when it comes to mercury, with about ⅓ the mercury content of canned white tuna.
    (3) Farmed Tilapia:
    Farmed tilapia in the US is often imported from China and Taiwan where the conditions and chemicals used are very troublesome.
    (4) Swordfish:
    All swordfish, being large hunters, are high in mercury. They are also fished very unsustainably, with large bycatch of sea turtles, sharks and seabirds.
    References
    1. Mussel nutrition and health benefits
    canadiancove.com/recipes/nutri...
    2. EDF Seafood Selector
    seafood.edf.org/guide/best
    3. Salmon
    www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tn...
    4. Sardines
    www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tn...
    5. Mercury in Seafood
    seafood.edf.org/mercury-seafood
    6. Common questions about contaminants in seafood
    seafood.edf.org/common-questio...
    7. The lingering effects of fukushima on fish
    time.com/4241443/fukushima-dis...

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  • @ThomasDeLauerOfficial
    @ThomasDeLauerOfficial  2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

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    • @rustymugg9658
      @rustymugg9658 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      HEY its the
      Seattle Public Market I grew up going here, until the drug addicts took over downtown Seattle and the surrounding area all the way south to San Diego. It's so sad 😞

    • @rustymugg9658
      @rustymugg9658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so surprised about Albacore ugh
      I just bought 2 large cans...5 bucks each

    • @vasileteapa877
      @vasileteapa877 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, can you tell us your opinion on canned cod liver?

    • @emmagoodrich7942
      @emmagoodrich7942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      what about cod??

    • @John_doerg6rs
      @John_doerg6rs ปีที่แล้ว

      Does it matter the type of salmon? Pink salmon or sockeye salmon? Thanks👍

  • @SinisterMcDaddie
    @SinisterMcDaddie 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4941

    Video starts at 4:11

    • @DrEvil-ro9dj
      @DrEvil-ro9dj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +190

      AnimalMother you are my hero

    • @jetlag410
      @jetlag410 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      AnimalMother thanks!

    • @overdose956
      @overdose956 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      AnimalMother thanks fam

    • @DianahernandezV
      @DianahernandezV 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Thank God

    • @colors28culmer62
      @colors28culmer62 6 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @sdjnjferri
    @sdjnjferri 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4004

    GOOD FISH: Wild salmon, sardines and muscles
    BAD FISH: Shark, Tuna Tilapia

    • @heddyragunton7663
      @heddyragunton7663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +313

      Sean Ferri not muscles but mussels

    • @mschmidt2801
      @mschmidt2801 5 ปีที่แล้ว +490

      So I shouldn't have bitten my biceps?

    • @AbirZenith
      @AbirZenith 5 ปีที่แล้ว +134

      Wait why Tuna ?

    • @mschmidt2801
      @mschmidt2801 5 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      bigger the fish, smaller the safety

    • @drewpierpont3361
      @drewpierpont3361 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      It really depends on the tuna. Yellowfin is best, albacore is worst. Watch the vid.

  • @HERMITBOY
    @HERMITBOY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +186

    Of course “ muscle’s” would have the highest protein potency.

  • @flatlogicinheaven7291
    @flatlogicinheaven7291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    That is so weird about what he said about the sardines because when I got really sick and couldn't eat much I was chowing down on sardines with olive oil and wow I have to say they really brought the life back to me

    • @noneofyourbuizness
      @noneofyourbuizness ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Sardine are cheap and yet have the highest level of omega 3 compare to other fish

  • @ghosh5908
    @ghosh5908 5 ปีที่แล้ว +700

    4:11...original content starts at 4:11
    You're welcome...

  • @codaxofficial5599
    @codaxofficial5599 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2376

    People are eating tons of junkfood a week and we sit here wondering if a type of fish is bad.

    • @michaelrubio4065
      @michaelrubio4065 5 ปีที่แล้ว +163

      Yes, but you can only control yourself and what you eat, so the information is good :)

    • @tinadeemc8728
      @tinadeemc8728 5 ปีที่แล้ว +241

      Very true but I imagine most people wondering which fish are healthiest are likely not the people over doing it with the junk food.

    • @sxpreme-2960
      @sxpreme-2960 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Lol

    • @ramaalhussami3070
      @ramaalhussami3070 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I laughed way too hard. Ty

    • @devynwiesner6211
      @devynwiesner6211 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      IKR lol

  • @jadedoptimist6364
    @jadedoptimist6364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    My 90 yo mother has been eating tuna fish almost every day for decades. She has been tested for heavy metals and turned out not to have a problem. Her mind is clear and she is in general good health.

    • @internetuser8922
      @internetuser8922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Same with the entire country of Japan. They eat *way* more tuna & other fish that supposedly have high levels of mercury and seem to be doing just fine.

    • @1x403
      @1x403 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      My 90 year old grandfather has been smoking cigarette for decades and is still alive

    • @Jay-cg8bn
      @Jay-cg8bn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@1x403 🤣🙏

    • @GlennMarshallnz
      @GlennMarshallnz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      How'd they test her for "heavy metals"? Through airport security metal detector? 😃

    • @onlyl5344
      @onlyl5344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Frsh tuna or canned ?

  • @Alexis_415
    @Alexis_415 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Best Fish: Worst Fish:
    - Wild Caught Salmon - Sharks
    - Sardines in Oil - Tuna
    - Mussels - Tilapia

    • @DB-xp9px
      @DB-xp9px 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      he doesn't say water vs oil for the sardines in this video but in a later one, he says to only get them in water.

  • @Yourfriendinendtimes
    @Yourfriendinendtimes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +341

    As an Alaskan commercial fisherwoman, I thank you for speaking up about wild caught salmon. In Alaska the fisheries are incredibly well managed and I would never had thought of it as a career if I didn't think that Alaska's wild salmon was the most sustainable and healthy form of meat.

    • @JTDyer21
      @JTDyer21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      You have a market with me cause I intend to eat plenty of wild salmon.

    • @Gratitude.1st
      @Gratitude.1st 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for the reassurance 🥰

    • @lifecycle6549
      @lifecycle6549 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Too pricey in Jamaica

    • @pamelav.5699
      @pamelav.5699 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🌈🦋🌻Absolutely the best!

    • @Retrofire-47
      @Retrofire-47 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Reads like an advert... hmmm.

  • @violama
    @violama 6 ปีที่แล้ว +472

    So happy salmon is on the good side 😍

    • @LychaonGaming
      @LychaonGaming 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Violama yum 😍

    • @SICKSIDE-nm4iu
      @SICKSIDE-nm4iu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Violama it's always been healthy I always buy me a bag off salmon for my dinner with fruits in da side

    • @MegaMAWG
      @MegaMAWG 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Just make sure it is wild caught. I have a great book on the 150 healthiest foods and the author says the difference between wild caught and farm raised salmon makes them practically two different species.

    • @loktom4068
      @loktom4068 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Only the wild salmon. Most stores sells farm salmon. Full of antibiotics.

    • @jumpman366
      @jumpman366 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Violama
      You on the good side too 😘

  • @kaydenl6836
    @kaydenl6836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    4:50 you WANT frozen, unless you’re getting it straight from a 1-2 day trip where you know the fishers didn’t freeze it. Otherwise, it’s frozen before and then defrosted. They flash freeze the fish straight up, then defrost when put in the store. If you buy it frozen, it was never thawed. Won’t affect nutrients, but some people find a texture difference

  • @richardbond258
    @richardbond258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Usually I am skeptical about do and don't videos, however, you are well informed. I am trying to increase my intake of fish because of health reasons. Salmon and Sardines are two fish that I focus on eating more already. I am surprised about the muscles. I always though the shell fish tend to have more heavy metals. Good video.

  • @ProfessionalStudent
    @ProfessionalStudent 6 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    Need to eat:
    1) Wild caught salmon
    2) Sardines
    3) Muscles
    Stay Away From:
    1) Shark
    2) Tuna (but Yellowfin is okay)
    3) Telapia
    That is very a responsible video. Thanks for sharing.

    • @emskowable
      @emskowable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Professional Student T-I-L-A-P-I-A 😉

    • @Caoyuanhaizi
      @Caoyuanhaizi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you listing so I can skip his long detailed explanation

    • @RichLunaMusic
      @RichLunaMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Whoopsie. I just had tuna. I’m gonna die now.

    • @JCKay
      @JCKay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      MUSSELS*

    • @ecec5863
      @ecec5863 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      not easy to catch salmon, even you got one they don't come cheap

  • @stvsueoka1
    @stvsueoka1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    No one EVER talks about sustainability when it comes to these health videos. OMG, this is SO refreshing. I'm a new sub, but the moral component that you've added to the videos that I have seen is just great. I really connect with it. THANK YOU!

  • @alyssarasmussen1723
    @alyssarasmussen1723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Rarely Flounder is ever found and purchased at stores here.. They usually just have Tilapia because it's cheaper and more common.. Thankfully and luckily Flounder was available at our local Kroger.. It's been years too. Such a crazy coincidence! Definitely not going to take this for granted! Thanks! :D

  • @caligulite
    @caligulite 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    sardines are kind of an acquired taste for many, but they are so good for you and relatively cheap. They make for a good snack that will protect your heart

    • @tmo.48
      @tmo.48 ปีที่แล้ว

      I eat mine with much horseradish, it's a great snack for me❤

  • @johnchuba912
    @johnchuba912 6 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I raise my own fish in Minnesota, plus enjoy being out on the lake catching them. Life as it was meant to be!

  • @ViewingMyMind
    @ViewingMyMind 5 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    I’m just eating Sardines while watching this and I feel so happy he said that 🤣

    • @WOODR52
      @WOODR52 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have been eating sardines for 50 years, (tiny tots) and crackers of course...

    • @ShutDFckOff
      @ShutDFckOff 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WOODR52 How's your gout? These are high in uric acid!

    • @jamesahmadpour9001
      @jamesahmadpour9001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here bro, I’m having sardines with white rice. Great quick meal if you are in a hurry

  • @mopayne4630
    @mopayne4630 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    OMG such an eye opener! Thanks for making this video 😉

  • @Mzpiro
    @Mzpiro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, first time I’ve heard you……Great information. Thx! I have type 2 diabetes but also gastroparesis. I don’t know what to eat anymore. I’m always in pain.

  • @optimisticoutreach1236
    @optimisticoutreach1236 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Finally, somebody catches on to mussels! They have been my go to protein for years...everyone thought I was crazy. Not so much recently...great video, great job

  • @mikeschwarzenegger6950
    @mikeschwarzenegger6950 6 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    I tend to get heavy metals in my ears.

    • @sushantnayak3927
      @sushantnayak3927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Are u from Australia

    • @KajanLakhan
      @KajanLakhan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ...something that Arnold will say. Witty. Probably related.

    • @cbgjosh3592
      @cbgjosh3592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol

    • @ayamek3785
      @ayamek3785 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good jobXD

    • @j.e.williams1104
      @j.e.williams1104 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So you tend to get heavy metals in your ears Phil Collins felt the same way look up the condition of Phil Collins maybe you are there already I said speaking louder maybe you are there already

  • @rickrude6301
    @rickrude6301 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I worked in a fish processing plant and we had to separate fish from certain lakes that had known higher mercury levels. We had special codes to use on the labels. I wonder if the end customers knew this.

    • @CinnamonSugar202
      @CinnamonSugar202 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I doubt it

    • @LAUGHING-MAN38
      @LAUGHING-MAN38 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Give me the codes, it's a matter of national security!

    • @rickrude6301
      @rickrude6301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Products would use the normal product codes and add the letter "E" in front of it. Interesting they don't use the letter "M"

    • @LAUGHING-MAN38
      @LAUGHING-MAN38 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@rickrude6301 Sounds fishy 🤣

    • @spicyshizz2850
      @spicyshizz2850 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rickrude6301 I don’t get it

  • @rachelpanay3853
    @rachelpanay3853 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks so much! I learned a lot & was reminded me of imp. things I forgot about, especially about tilapia! Happy the mussels are advisable. The ones I got recently were frozen & pre-marinated so I bet I can probably figure out a healthier option, like, uh, cooking them myself?! : )

  • @sunshowerpainting1
    @sunshowerpainting1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Right on Thomas. Thank you for putting such valuable information out to a widespread audience ...

  • @SergeantFit
    @SergeantFit 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I have been a Pescatarian since 1985. I only eat wild Alaskan salmon, sardines, anchovies, and muscles, along with my remaining plant based diet. This video was spot on. I enjoyed watching; thumbs-up!

    • @Ordell-L-Jackson
      @Ordell-L-Jackson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about herring?

    • @1Life2Live007
      @1Life2Live007 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which salmon? When I’m at the store they have all different ones that say wild caught salmon? Buckeye wild caught salmon?
      Do they make different muscles to buy?
      Which plant based foods do you eat!?

    • @andyc9902
      @andyc9902 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm a Bengali so I eat fish 4 times a week

    • @Spogeboii
      @Spogeboii ปีที่แล้ว

      Why not chicken?

    • @proverbalizer
      @proverbalizer ปีที่แล้ว

      @@1Life2Live007 there are different species of salmon. I think you meant sockeye. Anyway they have slightly different color and flavor, but they are all delicious and healthy. Try different ones and see if you have a personal preference.

  • @justme5452
    @justme5452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    THANKS SO MUCH for this video. By the way, it's spelled "Mussel."

    • @guyhall6592
      @guyhall6592 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      he must've be looking in the mirror when he typed that.

    • @marianking1379
      @marianking1379 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thi k he was joking that protein gives us muscles, play on words 😂😂

  • @raelenamorrison6255
    @raelenamorrison6255 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video! I would add that a lot of homesteading communities are farm raising tilapia here in the US and are doing so through aquaponics and hydroponics. Something to look into for healthy raised and sustainable tilapia and other fish not available wild

    • @taliaasims
      @taliaasims 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I only buy from the us or Mexico no other countries

  • @chuckgoecke
    @chuckgoecke 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    When I first started keto, after Bary surgery, I ate a lot of Whey protein isolate powder, plus a lot of cheese, both dairy based and super low in iron. After about 6 months of keto, and I was doing amazing, like perfect blood panels and everything, but I was kind of run down, so my doctor checked my iron. I was low. Too much protein that didn't have any iron with it, and the iron in my supplements was utterly worthless. I just needed more red meat, but to catch back up, I started eating liver and those little tins of Mussels, plus smoked baby oysters. They are crazy high in iron(like 40-50 percent of the real RDA of super available heme iron) plus all mussels and oysters are sustainably farmed and best part is they don't even feed them, they just filter the water, actually reducing the algae blooms so the water ends up better. Thus, if you have issues with iron, and don't like liver, mussels are your ticket. Fresh frozen farmed mussels from New Zealand are also amazingly cheap, like 2-3 bucks/lb. Since they have very thin shells, I'd estimate they are about 1/2 meat, so a super deal.

  • @boymountain715
    @boymountain715 6 ปีที่แล้ว +438

    Skip to 4:20 if you just wanna know what the fish are, ayyyy

  • @MilkByCow
    @MilkByCow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Agreed with Thomas for the most part but when he listed tuna as a bad fish, it felt like my whole life was a lie.

  • @raymondgilbert7887
    @raymondgilbert7887 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy he pointedout the problem with murcury in our waters :)

  • @JayJayRealhiphop
    @JayJayRealhiphop 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My dude. The more videos I watch from you the more I trust you. You are honest, conscious and aware about real things. Suscribe button hit hard.

    • @matthooper5059
      @matthooper5059 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm binge watching all of his vids. Still new to the channel but this info is fantastic.

  • @gameshark39
    @gameshark39 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey man, just wanted to say that I like that this is a well researched and informative video. You have a good stage presence, the content was on point and its just fun to watch! Cheers, and keep spreading the good information

  • @richardrosejr4440
    @richardrosejr4440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video.I learned a whole lot in a short time.Thanks for making this video🙂👍👏

  • @CarlosLopez-js2oi
    @CarlosLopez-js2oi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Holy moly just pulled out 8 8"-14.5" talapia from the river today. Never had any issue fishing them wild.

  • @Boromir789
    @Boromir789 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Dude this was so informal great job

    • @397coney7
      @397coney7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      DwightDynamite ; he should have worn a tie?😂

  • @londalecarter3482
    @londalecarter3482 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks TD! I just got some sardines in water from sprouts the other day, I figured, for 3 bucks, I'll try them. I just needed a little more motivation to dig in!

  • @Hulk_Strongest_There_Is
    @Hulk_Strongest_There_Is 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much appreciated, I'm Pescatarian and this helps so much

    • @EmilyMSmith93
      @EmilyMSmith93 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mussels are toxic and dangerous! (Source: WebMD)

  • @warrenosborne1539
    @warrenosborne1539 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool intro at the Pike Place Market. You pick out the fish that you want, one guy throws the fish over the heads of the crowd, the other person catches the fish (always) then cleans and packages it for you. I miss the Pacific NorthWet.

  • @susanporter2336
    @susanporter2336 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad you included Talipia. Used to love it....into l I read up on what it feeds on. Broke my heart, but everyone needs to know!!!!!

  • @EbonKim
    @EbonKim 7 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Just subscribed. Love the detail! I've been a vegetarian for over 25 years, but only eat what I fish/hunt (mostly for the last 2 years). Having a 3-year old daughter, and a 2nd kid on the way, I'm watching out for contaminants and mercury in the fish that I catch. My 6 best fish to catch and eat would be: 1. Freshwater stocked Rainbow and Brook Trout (not Brown Trout) where you know the quality of the water. I mostly fish at Walden Pond (really clean water), and Spot Pond (a backup reservoir). The fisheries are also well maintained and the fish are in great condition when released in the Spring, but sometimes not as great a condition in the Fall (long story). 2. Freshwater pan fish where you know the quality of the water. Quality of the water is important. However, crappie, bluegill, etc. are great tasting, and low in contaminants. 3. Freshwater yellow perch. Size matters, so nothing bigger than a foot, they are good tasting (but not as good as trout or pan fish, imo). 4. Saltwater flounder - I didn't want to ignore saltwater fish. Size matters, so nothing over 20" would be a good eating size. Low in contaminants and mercury, and quite abundant near the shore in sandy areas, also great tasting. 5. American Shad. Great healthy fish (they have nearly twice as much omega 3's per weight than wild salmon), but you have to catch them in the spring to late spring. 6. Atlantic Mackerel. The same high content of Omega 3's as American Shad, but also contain high amounts of Vitamin B12 and phosphatidylserine. All of these fish are very low in mercury, and also low in contaminants, depending on size, and the quality of water. However, all are healthy, high in omega 3's, and great tasting. I hope this helps!

    • @kay9107
      @kay9107 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ebon Kim wow super informative thank you

    • @chriscameron2290
      @chriscameron2290 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ebon Kim thank you for info really helpful

    • @guapodel
      @guapodel 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      You only eat what you hunt and kill? That is fucking awesome!! I pay an arm and a leg for meat eggs and milk cause I only buy pasture raised or farm. I buy my meat from slagel farms. I used to get the diarrhea all the time and was diagnosed with ibs. I haven't had the runs in over 2 years now. Definitely an inspiration to see someone living off the land. You are an amazing human.

    • @15caraway
      @15caraway 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ebon Ki

    • @jackreacher4297
      @jackreacher4297 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Your vegetarian but you only eat what you fish and hunt. Double take wubalubadubdub what??? Well I'm vegan but I sometimes eat animal products and wear leather sooo. Whaaat??? Huh??? Lol... oh definitions how you be... so difinitive.

  • @cindicita34
    @cindicita34 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and insightful recommendations!

  • @Elizabeth_Kcals11221
    @Elizabeth_Kcals11221 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was super helpful…thanks Thomas!

  • @mrt4937
    @mrt4937 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks mate I truly learnt alot from this video especially regarding tilapia and I'm super glad canned sardines are a endorsed- cheers

  • @cjcurry2446
    @cjcurry2446 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You just blew my mind with that last Tilapia bit...I just converted into pescatarian, and this was the most clear concise videos I've came across. Thanks dude

    • @MMMmyshawarma
      @MMMmyshawarma 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Farmed tilapia's omega 3 vs 6 is out of whack as well, it's super high in omega 6, which negates the benefit of eating fish in the first place.

    • @EmilyMSmith93
      @EmilyMSmith93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mussels eat pollution! They are completely unsafe! (Source: WebMD)

  • @bublhed
    @bublhed 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Great information…thank you! I’ve been told my protein is a little low. I love fish and I’m happy to learn some of my favorites are on the “definitely eat” list. Big shock about albacore. I’d be interested in learning about milk fish and trout. I take collagen every day so I’m going to make sardines a part of my diet more often.

    • @Tu_Padre31
      @Tu_Padre31 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Trout would be up there along with salmon in terms of health benefits, they're related to each other.

  • @DaGo.at1
    @DaGo.at1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I grew up off catfish .. funny thing is I never heard of tilapia until about 2007,2008 .. that’s when moms swapped out the catfish for the tilapia.. the shit was fye with some spaghetti 😂😂

  • @ryanhumor
    @ryanhumor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    After reading the comments , I realized that I’ve been missing out on sardines.

  • @artscraftymama
    @artscraftymama 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Hi Thomas, another great video, thanks! I’m one of those people who don’t eat a lot of fish, so I’m not sure how to prepare it. Could you give us a few ways to cook/eat them in a future video? Also, for sardines, do we eat the whole thing, bones and all? And mussels, do we eat the stomach and it’s contents? I’m a bit more familiar with shellfish, but am now repulsed by the stomach. Any suggestions? Thanks so much! Your videos are always so helpful, informative, very professional.

  • @jerrr09
    @jerrr09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your work to keep us healthy.

  • @JordanMcManus
    @JordanMcManus 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The shark's face at 7 minutes is priceless. The most surprised shark in the history of surprised sharks.

  • @cordhavemercy
    @cordhavemercy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hey Thomas, always love your videos! Wondering your thoughts on other shellfish, especially crab.

  • @racheldaguanno30
    @racheldaguanno30 5 ปีที่แล้ว +258

    Just took my last bite of tilapia when he said that..

    • @MrKenstar2
      @MrKenstar2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Rachel Daguanno why believe him, what does he know

    • @MysticKrabs
      @MysticKrabs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @@MrKenstar2 because hes educated in this field and links his sources?

    • @rdrake316
      @rdrake316 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Because getting your fish from 🇻🇳 makes loads of sense.....hows that Agent Orange working out?

    • @footballfan8989
      @footballfan8989 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shit

    • @OhioYeti
      @OhioYeti 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I went to the ER recently and was diagnosed with Scombroid Poisoning .... The Dr was like: "Did you eat Talapia recently?" .... Yes 2 days before .... he said "STAY AWAY FROM THAT FISH AS ITS THE WORST FISH IN THE WORLD" - Never Again will i eat it. (He said he sees this alot from Talapia)

  • @freddiehall6433
    @freddiehall6433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good fish: Anything expensive
    Bad fish: Anything affordable

    • @HANA-mw1rf
      @HANA-mw1rf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sardines are expensive now?

    • @bceaser1
      @bceaser1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HANA-mw1rf
      You can find them as cheap as 79 cents a can...

  • @jenniferhegwood2929
    @jenniferhegwood2929 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are always so educational . I am wondering about flounder is it Thomas approved?

  • @AsWorld2020
    @AsWorld2020 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Thank you so much. I will never eat Tilapia ever again. I just stumbled across your video and am grateful that I did.

  • @kitwood917
    @kitwood917 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I do appreciate you and all the information you share. I knew tuna had some challenges however I'm throwing my cans in the trash.
    Question, what about shell fish, ie, shrimp, lobster, crabs? Are they bad from a health perspective?

  • @isissophieandandreea
    @isissophieandandreea 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is Medical Medium information, you should give him credit for the information here.

  • @nicholerichard8865
    @nicholerichard8865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m late to the party... but I live in south Louisiana, do you know of any fresh water fish that are better/should be avoided?

  • @billytheweasel
    @billytheweasel 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Always useful info.
    I love wild salmon but am trying sardines, anchovies and mackerel for less heavy metal lately.
    Oysters have loads of EPA and DHA and lots of good cholesterol to support making testosterone endogenously.

    • @tmo.48
      @tmo.48 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I crave some canned smoked oysters every now and the...just gotta have it❤

    • @angrytater2456
      @angrytater2456 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tmo.48 I eat one can of smoked oysters a week. Great zinc and protein.

  • @Kanemanl107
    @Kanemanl107 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    great watch, Thomas. i would love to know what your thoughts are on walleye. Minnesota wild-caught, canadian, farmed; what do you think?

  • @AyH25
    @AyH25 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love your balanced approach to this, taking ALL factors into account like environment etc. very helpful and thoughtful

    • @JulieWallis1963
      @JulieWallis1963 ปีที่แล้ว

      Too long winded, boring and focused on his biceps!

    • @tmo.48
      @tmo.48 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@JulieWallis1963 You are???

  • @Afterthehunt007
    @Afterthehunt007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can, to this day, collect mercury from rivers in Idaho. They used to dump mercury into rivers because it will attach itself to gold. This made gold (already being heavy) heavier and easier to harvest (especially the finer gold). The state of Idaho does not recommend the consumption of Brown Trout because of its high mercury content/contamination.

  • @leoceoliveira
    @leoceoliveira 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Loving your videos, super informative and well backed! I confess that I've been a little scared to eat salmon as well, specially because I live in Brazil and most of our supply comes from farmed chilean fish. And I'm still not sure of trustworthy sources from which I can buy.

    • @cadenrolland5250
      @cadenrolland5250 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Look for canned salmon, it is still very healthy, maybe more so, and it is usually wild caught.

  • @Zerochimp
    @Zerochimp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The albacore tuna was a shocker for me. Good to know. Thanks, Thomas!

  • @nikkikostan6817
    @nikkikostan6817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m so glad I came across this video! I’m a pescatarian and literally eat tilapia multiple times a week, and always buy albacore tuna! I had it in my head that the albacore was the best kind. Thank you for addressing this!

  • @WOODR52
    @WOODR52 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your a great physical specimen, wish i still looked like you at 68. I competed in the 68 & 72 olympics (weightlifting). thanks-

  • @DanielDiaz-xt3wm
    @DanielDiaz-xt3wm 7 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Mussels for the muscles

  • @ricomarcelo5521
    @ricomarcelo5521 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    @Thomas DeLauer
    just a minor typo the correct spelling for the #3 sea food to choose in your description is "mussels" not "muscles".

    • @jane7758
      @jane7758 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He's thinking about his own muscles, let's work out bro.....DUH

  • @calebstoykofit
    @calebstoykofit 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beyond impressed with the level of detail and knowledge that went into this vid !

  • @williamsmith8333
    @williamsmith8333 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    very nice review and straight to the point. Well done!

  • @rockubabe
    @rockubabe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Most people underestimate the impact of Fukushima incident

  • @Eileen_B
    @Eileen_B 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Amazing ! I planned to eat lots of mussels and sardines during my summer vacations, TH-cam recommendations are the best ! Now I'm a bit bummed for tuna and tilapia, especially tilapia because it's delicious but I get it the farm raised one are a definite no-no

  • @derekromano5955
    @derekromano5955 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this! How do you feel/know about fish like cod, mackerel, dorado, trout,and halibut. Thanks Thomas!

    • @jonathanLToronto
      @jonathanLToronto ปีที่แล้ว

      Mackeral is really good. High in omega oil and a good source of calcium.

  • @fishmanroly7450
    @fishmanroly7450 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I agree with everything you said except i eat mainly tilapia because I farm them myself. They are easy to keep in the backyard they grow from baby to table in 9 months and I only feed them organic feed and I keep my water crystal clear. I have family come over to eat them all the time and they say they taste like salt water snapper because my fish are raised in totes no dirt no grass no access to poop. But I do agree about the farm raised tilapia I wouldn't eat them if you gave them to me and in the wild they're mainly vegetarians and my tilapia cuz I also have the vegetable garden we give the scraps to them and they love em .

  • @BrianJWalker89
    @BrianJWalker89 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    As I was eating tuna from a pouch, pre gym 😂😂

  • @justinandrasstikwititfitne2161
    @justinandrasstikwititfitne2161 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I actually like the sardines in the cans but a lot of people don't. I eat those sometimes and thanks for all the info!!

    • @tmo.48
      @tmo.48 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love them with lots of horseradish on the side❤❤❤

  • @454bard
    @454bard 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the video, what about farm raised muscles?
    Thanks.

  • @kevitts67
    @kevitts67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enjoyed your video. please do one mentioning the dangers of eating swai. my family and I have ate it for years. I was looking for a recipe online and came across a video that talked about 5 reasons to Never eat swai. as you probably know it also is farm raised in Vietnam. dangers, toxic conditions, antibiotics, hormones. thanks again.
    Kevin J Evitts

  • @carmelgold-fanning6215
    @carmelgold-fanning6215 6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Absolutely love everything you've said here! Especially about sustainability, and of course the fact that you went into depth explaining the risks of mercury latent fishes. Sadly I'm a life-long tuna addict, and salmon too of course, and I can't help but find myself depressed about what our human race has done to their eco systems and species as a whole... Salmon can grow up to five feet in length and over 100 pounds, that's literally my height and weight. It is horrifying to know that this most popular fish is dying out. Because of, DUH, us and our love for it's taste and texture. And farmed salmon is almost never healthy. Please look into it..

  • @TheGadusi
    @TheGadusi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Tom, what are your thoughts on Trader Joe's Yellowfin tuna in olive oil? Should it be drained or eaten with the oil?

    • @tmo.48
      @tmo.48 ปีที่แล้ว

      I give the tuna and sardine liquid to my cat, he LOVES it.

  • @tobiasbauer2047
    @tobiasbauer2047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where I live, we have wild Tilapia straight from the River Nile. It doesn't have to be farmed. But I think most of our exports are farmed.

  • @createlovetravel
    @createlovetravel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The second video of yours I watched and learned so much already! Subscribing!

  • @UntakenNick
    @UntakenNick 7 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    I'm addicted to canned sardines.

    • @josephvalentine7
      @josephvalentine7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      IAmAgainst Sardines doesn't have scales which makes it an abomination to
      The Most High

    • @UntakenNick
      @UntakenNick 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      What do you mean they don't? It takes me 15 minutes to remove the skin and the spine of each sardine before I can start eating..

    • @duanemeulners4701
      @duanemeulners4701 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Whaaaat? You are supposed to eat the whole thing in one gulp.....very yummy especially with a glass of chardonnay.

    • @gussygatlin3093
      @gussygatlin3093 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      IAmAgainst The bone is my favorite!!! especially on Salmon!!!

    • @wonkwev
      @wonkwev 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      IAmAgainst ew

  • @RGutz81
    @RGutz81 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    if there are concerns with canned sardines try: Bueno, Ortiz or Montano. They are all in glass jars, and i believe the best flavor Ive tried personally. Thanks so much for great vids!!!

  • @emilendive6931
    @emilendive6931 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great and informative video .what do you think about shrimp what part of the scale does it fall .

  • @tokutov2373
    @tokutov2373 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your advice ..

  • @firejuggler31
    @firejuggler31 4 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Glad he said a canned fish. I’m too lazy to cook.

    • @magnetar2524
      @magnetar2524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sam Fraser same

    • @Anjmed
      @Anjmed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sam Fraser 😭😭😭😭

    • @ayamek3785
      @ayamek3785 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Relate

    • @3864267
      @3864267 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pleasant surprise

    • @Anon_E_Muss
      @Anon_E_Muss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hate having my apartment reek of fishy cooking smells
      So for me, sardines are where it's at 😁

  • @lightworkerlabs3287
    @lightworkerlabs3287 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love eating Mediterranean sardines with white rice 💖

  • @darkshaman7087
    @darkshaman7087 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I eaten mussels over Christmas and only now recovering from the poison effects off them so I will be giving those a miss and it’s unbelievable how deadly shellfish can be whoever we prep them

  • @shopmojic9418
    @shopmojic9418 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for this its what fish i been eating all along

  • @kalpeshmathur89
    @kalpeshmathur89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Freddie Mercury is not heavy but dense and very good for health 👍🙏🙏

    • @user-py1jg6bb2r
      @user-py1jg6bb2r 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a big exception, his real name is Dark golden Mercury, there is big difference...

  • @greenlizardballs
    @greenlizardballs 6 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Damn I knew there was something off about all the shark I've been eating.

  • @BrittneyAnderson3-gun
    @BrittneyAnderson3-gun ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched this video bc I'm in the process of cooking swordfish great to know this info now 🤦 it's become my favorite fish lately and now I'm sad it's not gonna be a fish for me anymore🤷

  • @mclovinlife4018
    @mclovinlife4018 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “TILAPIA CAN LITERALLY LIVE OFF OF FECES” nufff said my friend. Thank you for this public service. I was only eating tilapia and albacore tuna as far as fish goes.

  • @polygamous1
    @polygamous1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent video mate many thanks, Best Sardines I ever had are Scottish sardines you wont believe how good sardines can taste, n of course Wild Alaskan Salmon not available most of the times but when I can get it Is my favourite fish along with dover its so easy to tell the difference between real salmon n farmed its OILY its RED looking at it its like looking at Mahogany n farmed salmon is like looking at pine wood lol cheers your SPOT ON

  • @Jess1234
    @Jess1234 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I eat salmon once a week .its very satisfying

    • @jimdenoncourt3847
      @jimdenoncourt3847 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where is it coming from? See this, then decide if it's right for you:
      th-cam.com/video/fTCQ2IA_Zss/w-d-xo.html

    • @Jess1234
      @Jess1234 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jimdenoncourt3847 yikes but I get mines from health food store and it does say wild caught 🤔

  • @buzyboox
    @buzyboox 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You've opened my eyes bro., I'm not sure if you understand such idiom but I meant, now I'm aware how to pick sea foods.