CATFISH

May lower cancer risk: Selenium is a mineral that plays a role in the prevention of cancer, heart disease, decline in thinking skills, and thyroid disease. Although you only need a small amount of selenium, it is essential for various bodily functions. Tilapia is an excellent source of this mineral, with a single fillet providing 88% of your daily value of selenium. May protect heart health: Many of the health benefits of eating fish are due to their high omega-3 fatty acid content. These unsaturated fats benefit heart health by: Reducing blood clotting Lowering blood pressure Decreasing your risk of strokes and heart failure Reducing irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia) Omega-3s support the membranes around every cell in your body and also play important roles in the lungs, and immune system – your body's defense against germs.