Long time vegetarian seriously considering moving to pescatarian with limited protein but have some concerns about contamination, mercury, and ideal choices from a health and lifestyle perspective.
From a standpoint of what is reasonably available while eating out and shopping can you recommend and share your thoughts on the healthiest fish proteins to consume on a semi-regular basis?
Some of the ones I've found on various lists online have included:
Anchovy
Oysters
Wild Caught Alaska Salmon
Atlantic Mackerel
Sablefish / Black Cod
Pacific Sardines
Farmed Rainbow Trout
Scallops
I've heard conflicting things about shrimp.
For a household that would probably only consume fish once or twice a week, whether eating out or in, which of the above would you most highly recommend and which if any would you suggest avoiding?
If there are any not included on the above list that you think should be considered what would those be?
What are the best choices when eating sushi or out at restaurants? (without being able to ascertain the exact source the fish)