Policy issues on fisheries in relation to food and nutrition security
1999
Thilsted, S.H. | Roos, N. (The Royal Veterinary and Agricultural Univ., Rolighedsvej 30, 1958 Frederiksberg C (DenMArk). Research Dept. of Human Nutrition)
Fish is an important food in low income countries, adding diversity to diets dominated by staple grains and contributing intake of essential nutrients. Small fishes are particularly important for food and nutrition security in developing countries, especially in light of the high prevalence of micronutrient deficiency. Small fishes are consumed whole, with bones and organs, and are a rich source of minerals, and vitamins, such as calcium, iron, zinc and vitamin A. Small fishes are cheaper, easily available, well-liked and a part of the everyday diet of poor population groups. The increasing use of small fish in fish meal production reduces their availability for the poor. Changes in fish production patterns and processing, which decrease the role of women in these activities, can lead to decreased fish intake by their families. Studies on the different fish species consumed and their nutrient content are needed to assess the contribution of fish to nutrient intake. Development of fish production systems, which include local and diverse fish species, including small fish species, can improve food and nutrition security. Governments and international institutions can strengthen the importance of fish for food nutrition security by ensuring that the Kyoto Declaration and Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries are implemented
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