Salmon

I like salmon — had it for dinner last night in fact. But there’s a big difference in which salmon you should get. Consumer Reports Health Blog has more details, but here’s the summary (based on the assumption that you should always buy Alaskan salmon if possible, it’s much healthier and environmentally sustainable):

Here are some shopping tips:

• If you can’t find Alaskan wild salmon locally, order it online at websites like VitalChoice.
• If you don’t see a label on salmon, assume it’s farmed.
• Don’t pay more for “organic” salmon. There are no standards for that label on fish in the U.S.
• If you buy farmed salmon, eat it in moderation; grill, bake, or broil it so that the fat drips off while cooking; and remove any skin to help cut your exposure to contaminants.