Women's diets have less sodium than men's, but they still consume one-quarter more than the recommended limit from foods alone. That scenario may be just around the proverbial corner, according to studies by ARS and University of Arkansas researchers. More than 60 percent of participants in consumer taste panels preferred the mild taste of canned bighead carp over tuna. They also said they'd pay at least as much for the product as for tuna. As prepared for this research, bighead carp is also healthful.
Analyses show that it's lower in fat than white meat tuna packed in water.
Plus, about 40 percent of the canned carp's fat is omega-3 acids, which can reduce the risk of heart disease and relieve the inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory diseases. What's more, it's loaded with calcium. Bighead carp are a boney fish, which has kept them out of U.S. fresh fish markets, except those frequented by Asian shoppers. However, canning softens the bones, making them edible. Worldwide, this Chinese delicacy is the most eaten fish, and it's considered the Cadillac of fish in Asian countries.