Is The Water Healthy Enough?
Seafood is Healthy but Chemicals Can Make it Hazardous
Seafood is a vital part of a wholesome and healthy diet. And fishing is a great activity. However, people who fish in places like City Island, New York City or those that eat fish caught from such places wonder whether it is safe or not.
Even apart from City Island, is it safe to eat fish caught in and around NYC? Generally speaking, it’s safe to eat fish caught on the East River, the Hudson or the Harbor.
The tides keep the waters clean during spring/summer. However, it is always good to avoid fish caught in bodies of water like streams, lakes, and inland waterways as theqse usually contain industrial wastelands. In addition, a body of water that has been made for fishing is usually clean, but even then you have to watch out for toxins, especially fertilizers and chemicals from factories.
It also depends on the type of fish. Some species have higher levels of chemicals than others. The rule of thumb is that smaller fish have less toxins than larger ones of the same species.
Moreover, it also depends on how you prepare the fish. Any fish that you eat should be well cleaned and properly cooked, and ideally you should take small portions. In addition, toxins are mostly found in the fat of the fish. Thus, proper trimming and skinning of the fat can also make a fish safe to eat, provided it is properly cooked.
While you follow these tips, the best way to proceed is to contact the relevant authorities and ask which waters are safe for fishing. You can easily download this information from the interneqt as well.
Fatima M.
Freelance Blogger
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