Fresh tuna, also known as ahi in Hawaii, is a delicious treat that offers a powerhouse of essential nutrients that provide excellent health benefits. Regularly eating ahi promotes healthy eating habits and allow you to enjoy its unique benefits. The next time you treat yourself to seafood, think about a few of the advantages your body will enjoy.

Reasons to Eat Fresh Tuna

1. Heart Health

Like many types of fish, tuna is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that benefit heart health. Research links Omega-3 acids like EPA and DHA to lower blood pressure and heart rate. Omega-3s simultaneously promote healthy blood vessels and reduce cholesterol levels in the arteries, lowering the risk of stroke, heart attacks and heart disease.

2. Weight Loss

Studies have found that people who regularly eat fresh tuna will have a higher success rate in losing or managing weight than those who do not. This is because tuna is full of protein, long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, and nutrients. As a result, the food will fill you and give you plenty of energy without excess levels of fat or calories.

3. Reduced Cancer Risk

Tuna is rich in antioxidants such as selenium, selenoneine, Vitamin C, manganese, and zinc. These nutrients protect the body from cancer development by neutralizing the free radicals that can lead to disease. Studies have shown that diets high in tuna reduce risk of colorectal, breast and kidney cancers.

Ahi and Vegetable is known for high-quality tuna and other delicious, healthy food. Buying fresh fish daily, their experienced crew cuts the fish onsite each morning and prides themselves on top-notch customer service. Preview their lunch, dinner, and catering menus online to see how you can personalize your own combination bentos with the freshest fish available. You can reach their Kapalama Shopping Center location at (808) 845-3500 and their Ala Moana Shopping Center location at (808) 377-4097.