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Happy National Seafood Month!
October is National Seafood Month! Mississippi is proud to have a vibrant costal community supported by the seafood industry.
Did you know Pascagoula/Moss Point and Gulfport/Biloxi are among the leading seafood ports in the nation? The seafood coming out of the gulf is a major contributor to the local economy and provides thousands of jobs. I always love visiting Mississippi’s coastal cities and enjoying local seafood.
Fish and shellfish are great ways to add lean protein to your diet! It’s also high in vitamin D and is generally a low-calorie food compared to red meat and poultry. If you’re looking to eat fewer calories, consider adding seafood into your diet! Most importantly, many kinds of seafood are high in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids help decrease risk of cancer, weight loss, improve skin quality, protect immune system, reduce stroke, and more!
Need some recipes to try that feature seafood? Here are a few of our favorite Food Factor recipes:
- Lemon Pepper Salmon Patties
- Seafood Gumbo
- Tuna Melt Burger
- Red Pepper and Parmesan Tilapia
- Grilled Fish Tacos with Peach Salsa
- Skillet Catfish
- Fish and Spinach Bake
Need more ways to celebrate National Seafood Month? Our friends at NOAA Fisheries have you covered!
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Mary Parker Marketing & Communication Coor
- Agricultural Communications