Fish is one of the best foods there is, and every species brings something of its own.

• Hilsa: omega-3 for the heart and brain, healthy skin and hair, less inflammation.
• Rui: protein and vitamin D for strong bones, better digestion, lower cholesterol.
• Catla: vitamin A and omega-3 for the eyes and the developing brain; helps control blood pressure.
• Puti: a small fish eaten whole, rich in calcium for bones and teeth; prevents anaemia.
• Tilapia: low in calories, high in protein — good for weight control and the heart; potassium for blood pressure.
• Prawn: selenium against cancer; protein and vitamin D for skin and hair.
• Boal: easily digested protein for skin and brain.
• Magur: iron against anaemia; strength and growth for children; gentle on the stomach.
• Shing: calcium and iron for bones, energy and wound healing.
• Pangas: protein and fat for energy; good for the heart and for weight.
• Koi: immunity, quick energy, and relief in colds and stomach complaints.

A fish on the plate every day is the cheapest medicine the country has.

Photo: Kishoreganj fish market — Rmrony / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)