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Farmed Tilapia
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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18 products
What it is
Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) raised in aquaculture; a lean, mild white fish.
Source of animal protein.
Why it's flagged
- fish allergen
- low omega-3 vs salmon/mackerel
- feed-dependent fatty-acid profile
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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