Contributed By Sandy | Published: Jul 5, 2005
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Brent Symmonds the owner of
Fish HH
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Many of us have enjoyed a diet including fish for a long
time, but it wasn't known until recently just how good fish
is for us. Since that discovery fish sales have increased
as more and more people decide to reap the benefits. There
are a myriad of ways to prepare fish and it's relatively
inexpensive to buy.
Fish is lower in calories than the same portion size of
beef, and it's very high in protein. Those practicing
healthy eating are working toward reducing their calories
and maintaining nutritional values. Fish is considered a
perfect food with its high protein, and low calorie ratio.
Few foods can make that claim. Remember not to slather
tartar sauce or other high calorie and fat condiments onto
your fish. Instead, use herbs and healthy marinades.
Other pluses of fish besides high protein are potassium, B-
complex vitamins, selenium, iron, and other trace minerals.
Some of the fattier species also are rich in vitamins A and
D. The low sodium content is another reason to consider
fish in your healthy meals. Doctors and nutritionists
recommend that you eat more fish. Avoid the breaded and
over processed frozen fish sticks you see at the grocer's.
You may have a doubt as to whether fish is high on
cholesterol like other meats. Fish to your surprise is a
relatively safe food as it contains very less cholesterol
and saturated fats. Research indicates that certain fish
varieties in fact help in the reduction of cholesterol,
which makes it an ideal food when compared to other variety
of meat.
Some types of fish, such as salmon and trout are high in
omega-3 fatty acids. This is typically what is referred to
when people talk about good fats. Omega-3 is also found in
flax seed oil and many people take supplements to ensure
they are getting enough of this fatty acid. Why not up your
intake of these types of fish each week, it's a much more
enjoyable way to get your omega-3s.
Omega-3 benefits us in a number of ways. Among them are
lowering high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and
helping prevent hardening of the arteries, arthritis, and
sometimes hair loss. More studies are under way for
determining more ways in which the omega-3s improve our
health. As you can see, a steady diet of fish is an
excellent choice.
Fish is inexpensive and is a great source of nutrition, at
an affordable cost compared to the high cost you will pay
for the supplements. Some fish like the salmon and halibut
are a bit costly but most fish varieties come at an
affordable cost. Fish can be prepared very deliciously
which will be enjoyed by everyone in the family including
the younger ones.
Fish has become an ideal choice of people who want to eat a
healthy diet. But be aware when you add butter or creamy
sauces as they can drastically increase the calories in your
diet. Fish is very easy to prepare and many delicious
recipes can be prepared with fish for taste and health.
Brent Symmonds is the owner of
Fish HH,
the #1 source on the internet for information about
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