Mackerel

98 Excellent

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

Mackerel is a nutrient-dense fish that is minimally processed, providing a good source of protein and healthy fats, particularly omega-3 fatty acids. It is a whole food with no artificial additives or harmful ingredients, making it a healthy choice within the meat and seafood category. The natural presence of sodium is typical for seafood, but it remains a clean and nutritious option.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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Mackerel

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Common questions

Is Mackerel healthy?

Mackerel scores 98/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Mackerel is a nutrient-dense fish that is minimally processed, providing a good source of protein and healthy fats, particularly omega-3 fatty acids.

How processed is Mackerel?

Mackerel is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

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