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Origin: Chile and Peru

Mackerel is a common name applied to a number of different species of fish, including, but not exclusively, Scomber japonicus and Trachurus picturatus murphyi. They occur in all tropical and temperate seas. Common features of mackerels are a slim, cylindrical shape (as opposed to the tunas which are deeper bodied) and numerous finlets on the dorsal and ventral sides behind the dorsal and anal fins. Mackerel is an oily fish (therefore an excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids) and are an important recreational and commercial fishery.

In extensive pre-launch consumer research, Lucky Star Jack Mackerel was very well accepted. Apart from the great taste, Jack Mackerel is also a high source of protein, a rich source of selenium and calcium, full of Omega-3 fatty acids, rich in iodine and, because of its tomato content, also full of lycopene.

Lycopene - which assists in combating coronary heart disease (only Jack Mackerel Tomato and Chilli qualify for Lycopene benefit).
Omega-3 fatty acids - for mental alertness, healthy brain development and helps to lower cholesterol.
Selenium - to boost the body's immune system.
Calcium - for strong bones & development of red blood cells which are formed in certain bones in the body.
Protein - for growth, body building and repairing worn out or damaged tissues, especially bone cartilage.
Iodine - for making the hormone thyroxine produced by the thyroid gland which assists in proper physical and mental development.
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Heart & Stroke Foundation of South Africa.
Diabetes South Africa
Halaal
NRCS Stamp of Approval

Middlecut variant:
Mackerel (fish), water, salt.

Mackerel Tomato variant:
Mackerel (fish), water, tomato paste, maize, starch, salt, guar gum.

Mackerel Chilli variant:
Mackerel (fish), water, tomato paste, cayenne pepper, maize starch, salt.

Jack Mackerel Middlecut variant:
Jack Mackerel (fish), water, salt.

Jack Mackerel Tomato variant:
Jack Mackerel (fish), water, tomato paste, maize, starch, salt, guar gum.

Jack Mackerel Chilli variant:
Jack Mackerel (fish), water, tomato paste, cayenne pepper, maize starch, salt.