India, July 24 -- Dry fish is a polarising food. While some can't stand the strong smell, others consider it a staple. But beyond the aroma, is it actually healthy? On July 23, Dr Soumya Swaminathan, on her X profile, shared a picture of dry fishes and wrote, "Dry fish is a great source of protein. Can be a good supplement for Anganwadi and mid day meals especially in coastal fish-eating communities." This brings our attention to the nutritional value of dry fish and how it can help the body. Also read | Want to add more omega-3s to your diet? This fish is nature's best kept secret

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Shikha Singh, clinical dietitian, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram said, "Dry fish is a highly concentrated sou...