Being an island nation, fish sounds like it would be a staple in our diet here in Scotland. But that doesn’t seem to be the case. 

This episode explores fish consumption and the fish we import and export in the UK.  Professor de Roos talks about the nutrition and health impacts of fish in the diet, as well as how we can increase our fish intakes in a healthy and sustainable diet.

Useful links 

To find out more about some of research conducted by Professor Baukje de Roos, check out her recent publications:

Löfstedt et al. (2025) Seafood supply mapping reveals production and consumption mismatches and large dietary nutrient losses through exports in the UK. Nature Food. 6, 244-52.

Rathnayaka et al. (2025) Demand for fish in Great Britain is driven by household income and taste. Public Health Nutrition 28(1):e81 

And links to some of the resources mentioned during the podcast:

SACN report (2004) Advice on fish consumption

For dietary Guidelines on fish check out: NHS Fish and Shellfish and the Scottish Eatwell Guide

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) website

The ‘OnFarm’ podcast episode I mentioned with Christopher Trotter: In memoriam: Christopher Trotter - much-loved Fife food ambassador and chef | OnFARM Scottish farming podcast | Podcasts on Audible | Audible.co.uk

Christopher’s recipe book I recommend is available here: Coasts & Waters. The British Seafood Cookbook. – Fine Food From Scotland