Fish fingers, or fishsticks, are a processed food made using a whitefish such as cod which have been battered and/or breaded. They are commonly available in the frozen food section of Western supermarkets, and on children's menus in family-oriented restaurants.Varieties include different types of fish, such as haddock or sole; flavouring in the breading, such as peppercorn, garlic or lemon; and special shapes appealing to children. Premium fishsticks are also available, made from cuts of fish fillet instead of reconstituted fish.Prominent brands in the U.S. include Gorton's of Gloucester and Van de Kamp's. Birds Eye is a prominent brand in the United Kingdom which claims to have produced the first fish fingers.Fishsticks are popular with children and their parents as an easy-to-prepare finger food that is somewhat healthy for kids, as fish contains many nutrients including Omega-3 fatty acids, and small amounts of fried foods are not incompatible with an over-all healthy diet.Fishsticks are often eaten with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or ketchup.

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While waiting for a flight recently at Reagan National Airport, Katherine Tallmadge found herself checking out pre-packaged nut mixes, which are loaded with healthy fats but can contain as much as 1,200 calories per bag.

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