Tag: Cooking eel

While prized as a delicacy in many cultures for its high omega-3 content and unique flavor, eels also carry potential health concerns related to toxins and heavy metals. This creates a complex picture regarding their overall health impact.

Historically celebrated as an energy-boosting food in Japan, unagi (freshwater eel) is a culinary delicacy. But beyond tradition, **how healthy is unagi** really, and what does modern nutrition science say about its place in a balanced diet?