What canned tuna should you avoid?

Tuna caught outside of the US can be very high in mercury. It’s best to stick with US-caught and processed seafood, specifically from the West Coast (Oregon, Washington, California). Beware of labels that state “may be caught in US waters.” This often means the tuna was likely not caught in US waters, and even if …
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Which canned tuna is lowest in mercury?

Oregon albacore tuna have much lower mercury levels compared to tuna caught elsewhere. Albacore tuna in the Pacific Northwest are part of a specific migratory group that inhabits waters with lower mercury levels. Additionally, these migrating fish are young, meaning they haven’t had time to accumulate high levels of mercury. Our hook-and-line fishing methods ensure …
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Is canned tuna good for you?

Yes! Canned tuna is low in calories, high in protein, and very rich in Omega-3 fatty acids (6500 mg per 7.5 oz can!). It is an excellent natural source of vitamin D, B vitamins, selenium, magnesium, potassium, iron, and zinc. Eating Oregon-caught and canned tuna is an easy and natural way to get your protein …
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Eat Sockeye and Glow From The Inside Out!

  Eat this one fish and glow! Have you ever had the feeling like you’ve just gotten a massive dose of something that makes your body feel REALLY good? I get this feeling whenever I eat a can of Alaskan Sockeye Salmon. There’s something special about Sockeye salmon that just hits different. It could be …
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Hey Look, Our First Blog Post! And Documentary!

Welcome to the brand-new Oregon’s Choice Blog! Almost 50 years in business, and we’ve never had a blog. Well, there’s no better time to start than now, right? I thought I should introduce myself first: I’m SueAnna, the second-generation owner of Oregon’s Choice Gourmet. My dad founded OCG nearly 50 years ago as an individual …
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