Black Pomfret have a very pleasant flavour and the flesh of the fish hold together very well lending itself to a variety of styles of cooking. Pomfret fishes are medium in fat content and provide calcium, vitamins A and D, including B12. Increased Vitamin B12 makes it beneficial for the nervous system. They are also good for eyesight, healthy hair and skin. Eating fish as a regular part of a balanced diet has been shown to ease the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, a condition which causes the joins to swell up. Recent research has also found a link between omega-3 fats and osteoarthritis, suggesting that eating more seafood could help to prevent the disease.