It provides iron, Omega-3, and high-quality protein, nutrients that are crucial for preventing anemia.
Its all-year availability allows it to be easily incorporated into the family diet.
It provides iron, Omega-3, and high-quality protein, nutrients that are crucial for preventing anemia.
Its all-year availability allows it to be easily incorporated into the family diet.
Lima, November 2025. Among the species offered by the Peruvian coast, Peruvian
jack mackerel stands out for concentrating essential nutrients to reinforce nutrition and
combat anemia, especially in children and women. Its contribution of iron, Omega-3
fatty acids, and high biological value proteins makes it an accessible option with a
significant nutritional impact.
This fish contains minerals necessary for the formation of red blood cells and fatty
acids linked to cardiovascular and cognitive functions. It also helps to achieve the
recommended daily levels of Omega-3—between 250 and 500 mg, according to the
World Health Organization (WHO)—a particularly important benefit in diets that require
higher nutritional density.
Its stable presence in markets throughout the year makes it easy for families to
incorporate it regularly into everyday meals, from stews and casseroles to salads and
quick dishes. This accessibility allows the benefits of its nutrients to reach more homes,
regardless of the season or availability of other protein sources.
“Frequent consumption of this species provides iron and Omega-3 in quantities that
make a real difference against anemia. It is a practical, nutritious alternative aligned
with the eating habits of many Peruvian families,” said Cynthia Osorio Lench,
Corporate Head of Quality Management at Hayduk.
Its constant incorporation into the diet can contribute in a sustained manner to
improving nutrition quality and making progress in reducing one of the country’s main
public health problems.
