Splurging on seafood tonight? Don't forget your cellphone. Technology is making it easier to eat your favorite fish eco-consciously. If you text to 30644 with the message FISH and the name of the fish you are considering having (for example, FISH SEA BASS), the Blue Ocean Institute, a nonprofit marine conservation organization, will text you back immediately with any significant environmental concerns about the fish in question. A red flag is given to any species that is overfished or that contains high levels of mercury, PCBs, or pesticides. Should that be the case with your choice, a better, green-flagged alternative will be suggested.
The Blue Ocean Institute currently tracks more than 90 marine species, including oysters and other shellfish, and it is constantly updating its database. A new sushi guide also is available online to download. How's that for a guilt-free sole? Visit www.blueocean.org for more info on eco-friendly fish.
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