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Experiments on the Digestibility of Fish (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Arthur Dunham Holmes

 
9780428340940: Experiments on the Digestibility of Fish (Classic Reprint)

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Synopsis

How well do fish nutrients fuel your body?

In the study summarized here, scientists test how efficiently different fishes supply protein and fat in a simple diet. The results suggest fish are a highly usable source of nutrition, supporting the idea that fish can be a key part of a healthy diet.

The experiments evaluate several common fish, including mackerel, butterfish, grayfish, and salmon, and measure how much of their protein and fat is digested. Across the board, protein is digested at about 93%, and fat at about 95%, with small variations by species. The findings reinforce the value of fish as a nutritious, readily absorbed food when used in typical meals.

  • Concrete digestibility figures for multiple fish types, showing how much protein and fat your body can utilize.
  • Discussion of how different fats are absorbed and how fish contribute to a balanced diet.
  • Context on how these results support recommendations to include fish in regular meals.
  • Notes on experimental setup and diet composition used to determine digestibility.

Ideal for readers of nutrition, home cooking guidance, and food science, this edition helps you understand the nutritional value of commonly eaten fish.

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