Tilapia vs Cod – Which is Healthier?

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Our Verdict

When comparing tilapia to cod, we picked the tilapia.

Why?

Another case of “that which is more expensive is not necessarily the healthier”!

In terms of macros, tilapia has more protein and fats, as well as more omega-3 (and omega-6). On the downside, tilapia does have relatively more saturated fat, but at 0.94g/100g, it’s not exactly butter.

The vitamins category sees that tilapia has more of vitamins B1, B3, B5, B12, D, and K, while cod has more of vitamins B6, B9, and choline. A moderate win for tilapia.

When it comes to minerals, things are most divided; tilapia has more copper, iron, phosphorus, potassium, manganese, and selenium, while cod has more magnesium and zinc. An easy win for tilapia.

One other thing to note is that both of these fish contain mercury these days (and it’s worth noting: cod has nearly 10x more mercury). Mercury is, of course, not exactly a health food.

So, excessive consumption of either is not recommended, but out of the two, tilapia is definitely the one to pick.

Want to learn more?

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Farmed Fish vs Wild Caught: Know The Health Differences

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