Is tuna safe to eat? ICAR-CMFRI issues clarification after parasite reports in skipjack tuna from Brazil
ICAR-CMFRI advises against avoiding tuna over parasite reports from other regions
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI) has issued a clarification after reports of parasites in skipjack tuna caught in Brazilian waters. The institute advises consumers not to avoid tuna or other commercially available fish based on these findings, as the presence and abundance of parasites can vary between individual fish and geographical regions.
The institute examined fish along the Indian coast, including tuna, and found no external signs of harmful parasitic infestation. They stated that proper handling, cleaning, and cooking of seafood can significantly reduce any associated food-safety risks.
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