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Barramundi tops the list in this Women's Health article about 5 species you can turn to for major health benefits (no mercury, great protein source and high omega-3 fatty acids), sustainability, and ease of preparation and cooking!

No matter how often fish turns up on menus or in diet plans, women still dont get the recommended two servings a week. Why? "Either they don't know how to cook it or they're concerned about the neurotoxic effects of mercury or chemical pollutants," says Kate Geagan, R.D., author of Go Green, Get Lean. The five swimmers on these pages are low in mercury, packed with nutrients, sustainable (so eating them won't deplete overfished populations or destroy ocean habitats), and a cinch to prepare. Go fish!

In the article, Barramundi is recommended to fans of cod, halibut, or seabass as it has a delicate, slightly buttery flavor. It's versatile - and works with a variety of flavors - from bold Latin spices to mild Asian lemongrass-soy flavors and Mediterranean tomatoes and capers. Plus its high oil content keeps it from drying out so it's a cinch to prepare even on the grill. Try their recipe for Chili-Spiced Barramundi Fish Tacos!

And read the entire article here to find out what other species they recommend alongside barramundi!