Dr. Gundry Ranks EVERY Seafood—Seafood Nutrition Tier List: Superfood vs F-Tier!

About this Video

• Video Title: Dr. Gundry Ranks EVERY Seafood—Seafood Nutrition Tier List: Superfood vs F-Tier!
• Channel: Gundry MD
• Speakers: Dr. Steven Gundry
• Duration: 00:23:47

Introduction

This video presents Dr. Steven Gundry's ranking of various seafoods based on their nutritional value and health benefits. He categorizes seafood from "superfood" (S-tier) to "trash" (F-tier), explaining his reasoning based on factors like farming practices, omega-3 content, mercury levels, and potential allergens.

Key Takeaways

• Wild-caught salmon is a superfood, rich in omega-3s, while farm-raised salmon is low in omega-3s and receives an F-tier ranking. The color of farm-raised salmon is often artificially enhanced.
• Sushi can be a healthy option, but it depends on the ingredients (avoiding imitation crab and gluten-containing soy sauce). Wild-caught salmon is crucial for healthy sushi.
• Catfish and Tilapia are F-tier, primarily because they are almost always farm-raised and fed grains and soybeans, lacking the nutritional value of wild-caught alternatives.
• Sardines and small bait fish are S-tier, due to their high omega-3 content, low heavy metal levels, and overall health benefits, as evidenced by long-living populations that consume them regularly.
• Shellfish (shrimp, crab, clams, mussels, scallops, oysters, lobster, sea urchin, caviar) generally rank high, offering essential omega-3s, arachidonic acid, and plasmalogens vital for brain health. However, wild-caught varieties are strongly preferred due to concerns about farming practices and potential contaminants. It is important to be aware of shellfish allergies and the potential for oyster poisoning. Overconsumption of shellfish can lead to gout.
• Squid and octopus are categorized differently: While squid can be beneficial if prepared simply, deep-fried calamari is discouraged. The consumption of octopus is a matter of personal ethical choice, considering their intelligence.
• The Monterey Bay Aquarium's online seafood guide is a recommended resource for determining the sustainability and healthiness of different seafood choices.