13. Pescatarian Diet: Plant-Based Eating with Fish and Seafood
A pescatarian diet is a plant-based eating pattern that includes fish and seafood but excludes other animal products such as meat and poultry. This diet emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats like olive oil, along with fish and seafood as primary protein sources.
One of the key benefits of the pescatarian diet is its potential to improve heart health, as it provides an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and seafood. The diet has also been associated with weight loss and a reduced risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancer.
A potential drawback of the pescatarian diet is that it may not be suitable for individuals who dislike or are allergic to fish and seafood. Additionally, concerns about mercury levels in certain fish species and the environmental impact of overfishing may be a consideration for some individuals. (13)
