Does smoked fish contain heart-healthy omega-3 fats? The Harvard Heart Letter explains
If you like smoked fish, rest assured that you aren't getting shorted on omega-3s. But keep in mind that this is an awfully salty way to get them. An ounce of smoked salmon, for example, has 222 milligrams of sodium; lox has 567 milligrams per ounce. Compare that with 51 milligrams in a full 3-ounce serving of fresh, baked salmon. This sodium could counterbalance any benefits from omega-3 fats.
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