Chavezs striped bass ceviche isnt just yummy and satisfying, howeverits also packed with nutrients.

According to theUSDAs FoodData Central Database, a three-ounce serving of striped bass contains 3.25 micrograms of B12.

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Its alsolinked to cognitive functioning and mood regulation: B12 deficiency has been shown toresult in depression and irritability.

And, studies have also suggested that B12 maymitigate the symptoms of depression and improve the function of antidepressants.

Its not yet fully understood why that is, says Burgess.

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Mackenzie Burgess, RDN, is a recipe developer at Cheerful Choices

But B12 does play a role in maintaining serotonin, which is our happy hormone.

All those colors represent different nutrients and antioxidants, says Burgess.

Cucumbers have a great amount of vitamin K and potassium.

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All those nutrients work together in the body and keep us healthy.

She also recommends that pregnant or breastfeeding people avoid ceviche because of this.)

Striped bass ceviche recipe

1 lb.

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Add fish, lime juice, lemon juice, and salt to a bowl.

Let sit for 30 minutes.

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