Squid
Squid is a low-fat, high-protein seafood and source of selenium, B12, and copper. It is included as a Best Choice in FDA/EPA fish advice (low mercury).
What it is
Cephalopod mollusks of the order Teuthida (e.g., Loligo spp., Dosidicus gigas, Todarodes pacificus); culinary squid is also called calamari.
Seafood protein in fried calamari, paella, sushi, and prepared seafood meals.
Why it's flagged
- mollusk allergen
- high cholesterol relative to other seafood
What regulators actually say
"Best Choices have the lowest levels of mercury — Eat 2 to 3 servings a week. Best Choices include: ...squid..."
"Annex II — Substances or products causing allergies or intolerances: Molluscs and products thereof."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted seafood; categorized as Best Choice in FDA/EPA Advice About Eating Fish.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; mollusks listed as allergens in Annex II of Reg. (EU) 1169/2011.
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