Winter is here and protecting ourselves from diseases and keeping our immune system strong is our top priority. Research shows that consuming fish at least twice a week supports the immune system. Fish strengthens our body's defense shield with its rich vitamin and mineral content. As we approach World Fisheries Day on November 21st, protecting the seas and oceans as well as our bodies becomes important.

Fish is a staple protein source for about 2.5 billion people worldwide. The natural miracle of the seas and oceans, fish is extremely important for us. For this reason, we celebrate World Fisheries Day every year on November 21st to emphasize the importance of healthy water ecosystems and to support sustainable fishing.

With the arrival of November, cold weather, changes in the weather, not getting enough sunlight, staying in closed environments, and the increased risk of infectious diseases affect both our metabolism and our immune system.

The best way to protect yourself from diseases in the winter months is to eat well. One of the weapons of the immune system is fish. At a time when adequate and balanced nutrition is critical, consuming fish at least twice a week helps to strengthen our immune system, which is our natural defense line, and increases our body resistance. There are many studies showing that regular fish consumption protects heart and vascular, eye, and skin health and helps reduce the risk of depression.

Fish contains minerals such as potassium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, phosphorus, iodine, and iron, as well as vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and B12, and beneficial fats such as omega-3. Thanks to these features, it supports the development and defense capabilities of immune cells and provides a protective effect against many diseases.

The most delicious way to have a strong immune system: Fish

Nutritionist Berrin Yiğit recommends that everyone of all ages consume fish; “Nutrition is one of the factors that affects the immune system the most. We know that the immune system is also weakened in people who do not eat enough or eat a balanced diet. In addition to all this, the most delicious way to get quality protein and healthy fats is to consume fish 2-3 times a week.”

Yiğit gives the following information; “When you combine fish with seasonal vegetables such as cauliflower, celery, spinach, leek, carrot, turnip, onion, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, chard, arugula, and cress, the body becomes ready to build a wall for immunity. For example, put tuna on a salad you prepared with arugula, cress, radish, and red onion and drizzle with lemon, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and oregano sauce; it goes very well. Another recipe that is ready to be a filling lunch as a side dish or between sandwiches; Grate celery and carrots, add strained yogurt, tuna, and spices (cumin, paprika) and mix. You can make hamburgers with Fish Fingers as a great alternative for kids who don't eat fish. A very easy recipe for breakfast; Spread avocado sauce on toasted whole grain bread and add tuna, finally sprinkle with thyme. It is possible to include fish in all its forms in omelets, pasta, and pizza.”

Make room for health on your table with Dardanel

Moreover, with the healthy, reliable, and practical delicacies in the product range of fish and seafood specialist Dardanel, it is extremely easy to strengthen your immune system this winter and make room for health on your tables.

In addition to tuna, you can prepare delicacies such as sardines, anchovies, salmon, whiting, shrimp, and squid effortlessly and in a short time. Protecting and attracting every member of the family is also important, of course. We are in an ideal time to instill a love of fish and encourage fish consumption in children whose immune systems are much weaker than adults. You can prepare a meal with vegetables that will accompany Fish Fingers for your children who spend a lot of time in closed environments such as kindergarten and school during the break. Dardanel, which offers reliable and innovative products, uses fish from the clean waters of the open seas, not farm fish, in Fish Fingers, so families prefer Fish Fingers without preservatives with confidence.

Hand in hand for a bluer, cleaner, and more livable world

It is also important to support sustainable fishing when consuming fish. Large producers have important responsibilities for the protection of the seas and oceans and the sustainability of fishing. Dardanel, which advocates for sustainable fishing, has been a voluntary member of Friend of the Sea (FOS) since 2013. The brand, which has the FOS certificate given to sustainable seafood products, offers Turkish tuna that respects live species and is friendly to the seas. It also has the Dolphin Safe certificate, which shows that no dolphins were harmed while catching the tuna used in its products. Dardanel is taking concrete steps to reduce possible risks for the sustainability of the ecosystem