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Nutritional Facts of Yellow Cod Fish

Fish has long been touted as brain food, and today nearly every health magazine discusses fish for heart health, too. Cod is a popular choice for its mild taste and delicate texture; but grouper, also known as yellow cod or yellow spotted rock cod, offers a similar taste and denser nutritional profile.

  1. Low Calories and Lean Protein

    • Lean fish such as cod and grouper are an excellent source of protein. Yellow cod contains 156 calories per 6-ounce serving, 33 grams of protein and less than 2 grams of fat

    Selenium for the Immune System

    • Yellow cod contains 62 micrograms of selenium per 6-ounce serving, which is more than 100 percent of the Recommended Daily Allowance of this important mineral. Selenium helps boost the immune system and fight off everything from colds to cancer, according to a statement on Wholehealthmd.com. Thanks to its powerful antioxidant abilities, it may even help prevent cold sores and painful shingles.

    Minerals for Heart Health

    • A 6-ounce serving of yellow cod provides 822 mg of potassium, which is 25 percent of the RDA for this mineral; and 52 mg of magnesium, or 13 percent of the RDA. Potassium and magnesium help lower blood pressure, plus magnesium eases muscle cramps and the pain of fibromyalgia.

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