Washington, DC – For the second year in a row, Americans are eating more seafood. Health conscious consumers appear to be helping reverse a trend that saw seafood consumption slipping.
After examining America’s nutrition needs the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee said families “should be encouraged and guided to consume dietary patterns that are rich in… seafood.” While a recent USDA study found, “80 to 90 percent of U.S. consumers did not meet their seafood recommendations.”
“Increasing seafood intake over two years is a positive trend,” said Rima Kleiner, Registered Dietitian at NFI. “The importance of eating more seafood on public health shouldn’t be underestimated, even a little goes a long way.”
|
2014 |
lbs. |
|
Shrimp |
4.000 |
|
Salmon |
2.307 |
|
Tuna |
2.300 |
|
Tilapia |
1.436 |
|
Alaska Pollock |
0.981 |
|
Pangasius |
0.690 |
|
Cod |
0.657 |
|
Catfish |
0.517 |
|
Crab |
0.508 |
|
Clams |
0.342 |
|
Top 10 Total |
13.737 |
|
Other |
0.863 |
|
Per Capita Consumption Total |
14.600 |
A nearly half-pound increase in shrimp consumption solidified its place as America’s favorite seafood, while staples like canned tuna held their ground. Meanwhile, the apparent dip in Alaska Pollock consumption is actually attributed to an increase in exports and a refinement of the consumption calculation.
NFI is the leading trade association for the seafood industry whose members represent a variety of businesses from the water to the table. For more information visit our website at www.AboutSeafood.com.
Source: National Fisheries Institute