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Farmed Tilapia

Also known as: farm raised tilapia

Low concern

Tilapia is a lean, low-fat protein source. Compared with cold-water fatty fish, tilapia provides relatively low levels of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA).

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What it is

Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) raised in aquaculture; a lean, mild white fish.

Source of animal protein.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Fish with a lower fat content—such as bass, tilapia, and cod—as well as shellfish contain lower levels of LC omega-3s than fatty fish."

"USDA FoodData Central provides nutrient data for tilapia and other foods based on individually researched samples."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

FDA-regulated seafood; included in FDA fish-mercury 'best choices' list

European Union — EFSA

Regulated as aquaculture product

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