@article{ajfn2015343,
author={{Mahaliyana, A.S. and Jinadasa, B.K.K.K. and Liyanage, N.P.P. and Jayasinghe, G.D.T.M. and Jayamanne, S.C.},
title={Nutritional Composition of Skipjack Tuna <i>(Katsuwonus pelamis)</i> Caught from the Oceanic Waters around Sri Lankae},
journal={American Journal of Food and Nutrition},
volume={3},
number={4},
pages={106--111},
year={2015},
url={http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajfn/3/4/3},
issn={2374-1163},
abstract={Skipjack tuna samples (n= 44) were collected from representative fish landing sites around Sri Lanka. Proximate composition, fatty acid profile and major essential trace minerals were analyzed according to their respective standard methods, strictly adhering with quality control procedures. As per the results, Skipjack tuna is a rich source of protein (24.13¡À2.01%). It has low fat content and a majority of the fatty acid composition comprises with ¦Ø-3 type fatty acids which have more health benefits. In addition, skipjack tuna is rich with Fe, Cu, and Zn (24.05, 5.04, and 6.89 respectively in mg kg<SUP>-1</SUP>) essential minerals in the human body.},
doi={10.12691/ajfn-3-4-3}
publisher={Science and Education Publishing}
}