Whole Low Fat Nutritious Seafood Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Loin With GMP, ISO, HACCP Certification

Yellowfin tuna is a major commercial tuna species found in the tropical and semi-tropical waters of all major oceans. Yellowfin gets this name from the bright golden-yellow color of its dorsal, anal and tail fins and conspicuous lateral lines running along sides. Yellowfin's moderately oily, firm and mild-flavored reddish-brown flesh is highly sought after in the Japanese Sashimi and as canned "light tuna" in the US.

Scientific Name: Thunnus albacares
Family: Scombridae

Yellowfin is an moderately oily marine fish. It's pinkish red meat is a good source of protein, essential fatty acids, mineral and fat-soluble vitamins like Vitamin A, E and D.

3.5oz (100g) of fresh yellowfin steak holds 109 calories and 24.4g / 100g (43.5% of RDI) of protein. The flesh composes all the essential amino acids in right proportions. Tuna's fat is less in saturated fats and cholesterol but moderate source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) and Omega-3. Studies suggest seafood rich in Omega-3 fats, like canned tuna, can help prevent cognitive decline, dementia, depression, neuropsychiatric disorders, asthma and inflammatory disorders.

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