Canned foods are the easiest way to grab a quick meal in today’s fast-paced life. It not only saves time compared to baking or grilling dinner but it also offers required nutrients for a healthy lifestyle. Over the last few years, the demand for packaged food and canned food has skyrocketed. What’s more, fish is among the most sought-after canned food.
Canned salmon is a processed fish that is sealed in
airtight containers such as tin cans and has a longer shelf life of one–five
years. The surge in consumption of fish for its health benefits and rise in
disposable income has boosted the canned salmon market. According to Allied
Market Research, the global
canned salmon market is expected to reach $5.43 billion by 2030,
growing at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2021 to 2030. Land-based salmon farming, the convenience
of canned food, and the health benefits of canned salmon have boosted the
market growth.
Several dieticians and health experts talk about the
benefits of canned salmon as well as the drawbacks of consuming canned food. Here
is the list of all pros and cons of consuming canned salmon to help you decide.
Pros of consumption of canned salmon:
1. Good source of proteins: Salmon contains a good number of proteins, which is an
essential macronutrient for a healthy diet. A six-ounce of a can of salmon
contains around 34 grams of proteins, which is around 70% of the recommended
daily intake of proteins. Thus, having canned salmon along with proper exercise
could help you lead a healthy life.
2. Increases Omega-3 intake: The reason why people prefer fish over other meals
is the amount of Omega-3 fatty acids. This is a heart-friendly nutrient that
has anti-inflammatory properties. Furthermore, it helps to keep cholesterol
levels in check. Omega-3 intake is proven to be effective in reducing the risks
of cardiovascular diseases. Thus, having canned salmon in the diet is
particularly healthy for the heart.
3. Exceptional source of calcium: Around 3.5 ounces of canned salmon contains fairly
the same amount of calcium as a glass of skim milk. Eating canned salmon can
help you get the required amount of vitamin D as well which is essential to
absorb calcium and maintain the health of teeth and bones.
Apart from the above-mentioned benefits of consumption
of canned salmon, here are lesser-known facts. Serving canned salmon increases
the intake of minerals, especially phosphorus and selenium content. Moreover,
it contains sodium which is essential for keeping the balance of fluids in the
body.
Drawbacks of consumption of canned salmon:
The consumption of canned salmon is considered to be
healthy if consumed in moderation and it has no added salt.
1. High amounts of sodium: If consumed in moderation, the intake of sodium
through canned salmon is beneficial for the body. However, salt is widely used
as a natural preservative for canned salmon, which can boost your sodium intake
more than the recommended value. Thus, those with high blood pressure and
compromised kidneys should not consume canned fish such as salmon.
2. Contains leached chemicals: Most canned foods contain some amount of endocrine
disruptor or bisphenol A (BPA). This is known to be linked with cancer and is found
in epoxy resins and other polymers. In the food market, BPA is used in canned
food packaging and plastic. However, over the last few years, more and more
companies have switched to BPA-free alternatives. Thus, if you are careful during
shopping for canned salmon, you can look for a BPA-free label.
3. Intake of toxic chemicals: Like any other superfood such as chia and avocado,
salmon is very popular among health-conscious people. However, it is vital to
know the origin of any canned salmon. Canned farmed salmon are likely to
contain industrial toxins such as PCBs that could negatively affect the immune
system, nervous system, and endocrine. Moreover, it is linked to cancer. However,
if you opt for canned salmon from reputable brands that contain wild-caught
salmon you can avoid the unnecessary intake of toxins.
Eating canned salmon has its benefits and drawbacks.
It is indeed a superfood that could help you achieve your diet goals but its
regular consumption may increase mercury levels in your blood which is harmful to
pregnant women and children. However, researchers emphasize choosing wild-caught
salmon instead of farmed salmon to avoid the intake of PCBs and other toxic
chemicals. The use of canned salmon to top off dinner salad can be helpful for
maintaining a healthy diet. Moreover, you should mix it with chives, yogurt,
and black pepper as an alternative to tuna salad. Furthermore, you can add
canned salmon with bread crumbs, egg, and chopped scallions and form it in
patties or bake in an Asian-inspired salmon burger.
Author Bio
Swamini Kulkarni holds a bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation and control engineering from Pune University and works as a content writer at Allied Market Research. She is deeply fascinated by the impact of technology on human life and loves to talk about science and mythology. When she is not glued to the computer, she loves to read, travel and daydream about her areas of interest.
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