SALT POLL (IODIZED OR NOT?)

[Logan-]

Do you use iodized salt or the non-iodized versions?

 

[Beatrix_]

Switching to non-iodized salt was perhaps the biggest mistake of my life because I do not live in a place where seafood is abundant

 

[Logan-]

Switching to non-iodized salt was perhaps the biggest mistake of my life because I do not live in a place where seafood is abundant

Considering microplastics, heavy metals, parasites, and pufa; I have been questioning whether seafood should be consumed regularly, and whether ruminant liver can be a substitute for fish for minerals. In addition, whenever I eat fish (or chicken, for that matter), I never feel full for hours. Like, I eat a big fish meal with good amounts of carbs, and 30-60 minutes later I start to feel hungry again. That doesn’t happen with red meat. It reminds me of a Joe Swanson quote: “fishing - for sports only; fish meat is basically a vegetable.” I am a man though, women generally prefer white meat as far as I can observe.

Low Fat, Low Mercury Fishes

I know Ray Peat has talked about cod, sole, shellfish as safe. What are other safe fishes (low fat, low mercury) we can consume? Here's info on mercury levels in fish Which Fish Have the Most Mercury? Large fish have more mercury for the simple reason that big fish usually live longer. They...

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Higher fish consumption associated with increased melanoma risk, study suggests

Important. The researchers found that compared to those whose median daily fish intake was 3.2 grams (.11 ounces), those whose median daily intake was 42.8 grams (1.5 ounces) had a 22% higher risk of malignant melanoma and a 28% increased risk of developing abnormal cells in the outer layer of...

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Is Sushi Safe To Eat?

I enjoy eating sushi, especially nigiri. I think I can eat it every day without getting bored from it. But since the fish is uncooked, I worry about contamination, pathogens and gut infections. Do you think it’s safe to eat sushi, microbial-wise?

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[Jennifer]

Do you use iodized salt or the non-iodized versions?

I use non-iodized.

 

[HeyThere]

- Iodized for gargling.
- Special salts for eating (Maldon/Pink/Celtic).

 

[Rinse & rePeat]

I use non.