Can I eat Spanish mackerel during early pregnancy?

Spanish mackerel is very nutritious, but not everyone can eat it. For example, many pregnant women want to know whether they can eat Spanish mackerel in the early stages of pregnancy. In fact, during pregnancy, women can eat some mackerel in moderation, because eating mackerel can supplement nutrition for pregnant women and promote the development of the baby. Below, I will introduce you to some relevant knowledge about Spanish mackerel!

1. Introduction to Spanish mackerel

Spanish mackerel is also called blue-spotted Spanish mackerel (scientific name), which belongs to the class of bony fishes, order of Perciformes, family of Spanish mackerel. There are many species, the most common ones are Chinese mackerel, spotted mackerel, Kang's mackerel, etc. Other common names for mackerel include angelfish, flatfish, bamboo mackerel, pointed-head mackerel, and green arrow. It has sharp teeth, swims fast and has a ferocious temperament. It is generally 0.26-0.52 meters long, and can be up to 1 meter long. It weighs 20 kilograms. It is distributed in the western North Pacific Ocean and in my country's Bohai Sea, Yellow Sea and East China Sea. It is a warm-blooded upper-layer fish that feeds on small fish in the middle and upper layers. It migrates in groups in summer and autumn, and some enter the Bohai Sea to spawn. In autumn, it often feeds in groups near coastal islands and reefs. It is one of the economic fish in the north.

2. Nutritional value of Spanish mackerel

The meat of Spanish mackerel is delicate, delicious and nutritious. It contains rich protein, vitamin A, minerals (mainly calcium) and other nutrients. Every 100 grams of meat contains more than 19 grams of protein and 2.5 grams of fat. The meat is firm, delicious and nutritious. Its liver is the raw material for extracting cod liver oil.

3. The efficacy and function of Spanish mackerel

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Spanish mackerel has the effect of replenishing qi and relieving cough, and has a certain effect on weak body and cough.

Spanish mackerel also has therapeutic functions such as refreshing and anti-aging. Regular consumption can have certain auxiliary effects on the treatment of anemia, premature aging, malnutrition, postpartum weakness and neurasthenia.

4. Can pregnant women eat Spanish mackerel?

You can eat it.

Fresh Spanish mackerel contains a lot of fish oil and lecithin, which is also good for the baby's development and can be eaten by pregnant women.

Pregnant women should pay attention to eating Spanish mackerel: Be sure to eat fresh Spanish mackerel meat. Before cooking, the fish viscera and gills should be removed and the fish should be washed. After cutting the fish into sections, soak it in water for a few hours to remove some toxins, and then fully heat it. It is advisable to use grilling, frying, etc. When cooking Spanish mackerel, you can add some vinegar to reduce the histamine content. In addition, Spanish mackerel contains a lot of fat and is prone to oil burning. It can also produce fish oil poisoning after aging. If it is not processed, it is easy to cause poisoning after eating, so you need to be careful.