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A person who does not eat meat but does eat fish.

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A person who does not eat meat but does eat fish.

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Very similar to a vegetarians diet. Lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, and dairy. The only difference is that Pescetarians eat fish and other seafood. 

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Very similar to a vegetarians diet. Lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, and dairy. The only difference is that Pescetarians eat fish and other seafood. 

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Fish, especially salmon, herring and trout are very concentrated in omega-3's which have many health benefits.

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There are heavy metal and pollutants in marine fish and it has become a global issue. Nearly all fish have a concentrate of mercury (for most people the mercury being present is not a risk).

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In the pescatarian diet, a person's main source of animal protein comes from fish and other seafood, such as shrimp.

Eating a diet consisting mainly of plant-based foods has a variety of health benefits, which the addition of fish and fish products may enhance.

In this article, we look at the potential health benefits of a pescatarian diet and what people can eat on this kind of diet.

The pescatarian diet has many health benefits. Below, we cover some of these benefits.

Heart health

Fish, especially fatty fish like salmon, herring, and trout, are concentrated in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are fats that are essential to health and are involved in critical processes including regulating inflammation in the body.

Research shows that regularly consuming fish may help reduce the risk of heart attacks, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and stroke.

Apart from fish, the pescatarian diet consists mainly of plant foods. According to one 2017 analysis, people who consume a diet high in vegetables and other plant foods have a reduced risk of coronary heart disease.

The study authors say that the heart health benefits of a plant-based diet include improved blood lipids and lower blood pressure.

The same research concludes that a vegetarian diet could reverse atherosclerotic plaques when combined with exercise and stress management.

Atherosclerosis occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries. This causes the arteries to harden, narrow, and restrict the blood flow.

Cancer

A pescatarian diet may also protect people against colorectal cancers, or cancers that affect the colon and rectum.

According to a , colorectal cancers are the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.

The study used data from a cohort of over 77,650 people and found that the pescatarian diet had a strong protective effect against colorectal cancers.

Diabetes and inflammation

Following a plant-based diet may help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions, including insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and obesity.

The omega-3 fats found in fish have powerful anti-inflammatory effects and may benefit health in many ways when consumed in large doses.

Plant-based diets are high in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents, such as flavonoids. These are natural compounds present in plants. Flavonoids have a range of anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic properties.

A , again looking at different dietary patterns among more than 77,000 people in the U.S., found that people following a pescatarian diet had the highest flavonoid intake of all those taking part.

Listed below are some suggestions for sources of fish that a person on a pescatarian diet can eat:

canned sardines

canned salmon

canned tuna

fish sticks

frozen salmon, trout, and herring

frozen shrimp

fresh fish, such as cod, salmon, pollock, catfish, and sardines

fresh shellfish, such as shrimp, clams, and scallops

Other foods to include are:

fruit

vegetables

cereals and whole grains, including oats, bulgar wheat, amaranth, corn, and rice

pseudo grains, such as quinoa and buckwheat, which are gluten-free

legumes, including kidney beans, pinto beans, and peas

legume products, including tofu and hummus

nuts and nut butters

seeds, such as flaxseeds, hemp seeds, and chia

eggs and dairy, if lacto-ovo-vegetarian

Although it's possible for a person following a vegetarian diet to consume all of the nutrients they need through the foods they eat, any diet that restricts a large number of foods could lead to suboptimal intake of one or more nutrients.

For example, if a person avoids dairy products, they must be sure to consume other foods rich in calcium ike certain vegetables, nuts and seeds, and beans.

Here, we give examples of recipes for meals that a person might consider when choosing a pescatarian diet:
Breakfast Sardines on crostini
Sardines are an excellent source of omega-3s. Using spinach to make a pesto spread on the crostini provides a source of vitamin C and vitamin A. The vitamin C helps increase the amount of iron a person absorbs.

This recipe uses canned sardines, but it is also possible to use fresh sardines or anchovies. Starting the day with protein increases the feeling of fullness, and the pesto adds healthful greens that are a source of iron.
Lunch Classic baked falafel
Tahini is good source of plant protein and omega-3s. Chickpeas are also a good source of plant protein and fiber. Add a healthful Mediterranean salad to this recipe to create a filling lunch.
Dinner Roasted salmon with shallot grapefruit sauce
Salmon provides omega-3s essential fatty acids.

Strong-flavored fish go very well with citrus fruits such as grapefruit. The addition of grapefruit to this recipe also adds vitamin C and fiber, and it counts toward the 2 servings of fruit that a person should eat per day.

Most pescatarians only have seafood once a day or a few times a week, not multiple times per day. Another option for a one-day meal plan could be:

Breakfast: Oatmeal made with coconut milk topped with fresh berries, chia seeds, and almond butter

Lunch: A grain bowl made with quinoa, sweet potatoes, kale, and chickpeas.

Dinner: Grilled salmon and lemony asparagus served with a baked potato and a side salad

Heavy metal and pollutants in marine fish is a global issue. With of fish consumed by humans being marine fish, mostly from coastal fisheries, there is a risk of contamination.

Mercury is present in the atmosphere and bodies of water and, because of this, nearly all fish may be a source of mercury. However, most fish contain very low levels of mercury and only some are known to be concentrated sources of mercury.

For most people, the mercury present in fish is not a risk, explains the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

However, they advise women considering becoming pregnant, women who are pregnant, nursing mothers, and young children not to eat specific fish.

Fish low in mercury include:

A pescatarian diet may be healthful and carries health benefits, as long as people avoid fish with high levels of mercury.

People may find that canned tuna and sardines, as well as smoked fish, are the easiest foods to obtain and eat. These are full-flavored options, but frozen white fish and fish sticks are more delicately flavored options.

Where possible, people may wish to try to buy fresh fish from sustainable sources. A useful website that can help is Seafood Watch.

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A pescatarian diet involves eating fish, as a main source of protein, alongside vegetables and other plant-based foods. Learn more about the health benefits of this diet, its environmental impact, and potential risks. We also highlight the best types of fish to eat, and how a pescatarian diet may improve health.

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Looking for a healthier diet? The benefits of being a pescatarian might get you hooked.

Pescatarians have a lot in common with vegetarians. They eat fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, and dairy, and stay away from meat and poultry. But there's one way they part company from vegetarians: Pescatarians eat fish and other seafood.

What Are the Benefits of a Pescatarian Diet?

Some pescatarians believe a meat-based diet is bad for the environment. They feel that land animals raised for food use too many natural resources and add to pollution. Many people, though, choose this fish-based plan for their health.

A diet that puts an emphasis on plant-based foods, fish, and seafood may provide health benefits. Fish, like meat, is a good source of protein. Yet, unlike red meat, it's low in saturated fat and often rich in healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

Studies show that eating less red meat, or none at all, lowers your chances of getting heart disease and high blood pressure. At the same time, two servings of fish a week may help your heart.

The omega-3 acids in fatty fish like salmon and mackerel help lessen plaque that builds up in arteries and lower your odds of getting an irregular heartbeat ( arrhythmia). Omega-3s also lower triglyceride levels in your blood, another bonus for heart health. The healthy fats may even have a positive effect on blood pressure.

Limiting red meat or cutting it out of our diet completely may also lower your chances of getting cancer.

One study shows that pescatarians live longer than people who follow a diet that includes red meat and poultry.

Drawbacks of a Pescatarian Diet

As with many things in life, you can sometimes have too much of a good thing. Fish and seafood are no exception. For instance, some types of fish, like tuna, swordfish, and tilefish, have moderate to high levels of mercury.

Mercury is a heavy metal that can cause health problems, especially for babies and children. That's why the government recommends that young children, along with women of childbearing age or who are pregnant or breastfeeding, mostly eat fish that's low in mercury. If you go pescatarian, consider choosing lower-mercury types of fish, like salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines, and lake trout.

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Looking for a healthier diet? The benefits of being a pescatarian might get you hooked. Pescatarians have a lot in common with vegetarians. They eat fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, eggs, and dairy, and stay away from meat and poultry. But there's one way they part company from vegetarians: Pescatarians eat fish and other seafood.

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