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Fish and human Nutrition

 Key facts :

More than 3.1 billion people depend on fish for at least 20% of their total animal protein intake, and a further 1.3 billion people for 15% of animal protein intake.

Fish consumption by expectant mothers aids their children's neurodevelopment.

Often undervalued parts of the fish, like the head. viscera, and back bones make up 30-70% of fish and are especially high in micronutrients.

Fish consumption has increased from 9 kg per capita in 1961 to approximately 20 kg per capita today

Half of the consumed fishery products derive from aquaculture.

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