A food which gives high benefits

The
Fish Advantage
Many of us have enjoyed a diet including fish for a long time, but it
wasn't known until recently just how good it 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
it and it's
relatively inexpensive to buy.
Fish becomes a part of an ideal diet as it is
high in protein, it is
preferred over beef as it has fewer calories when compared to beef.
This
is the ideal food if you want to reduce the calorie intake and at the same
time consume highly nutritious food. But be aware when you use sauces
like tartar as they are rich in calories. Instead take to simple marinades
or herbs.
Fish
is also rich in other nutritional requirements such as potassium,
B-complex vitamins, selenium, iron, and many other trace minerals required
by the body.
Some of
the fatty varieties are high in vitamin A and D.
Since it is low on sodium, it is advised as a healthy diet. Many doctors
and nutritionist advise people to include a lot of fish in their diet
owing to their nutritional value.
To err on the safe side, do not consume
the breaded, over- processed sticks that you see in the markets.
You may have a doubt as to whether
it is high in cholesterol like
other meats. You may find to your surprise that it is a relatively safe food
that contains much less cholesterol and saturated fats.
Research indicates that
certain varieties in fact help in the reduction of cholesterol, which
makes it an ideal food when compared to other variety of meat.
Omega-3 fatty acids are known as the good fats, which are a necessary
component in achieving optimum health. Some people take supplements such
as flax seed oil.
A much easier and more pleasant way to ingest these
fatty acids is by eating salmon and trout, which are particularly high in
omega-3. It's easy to just add a few more these meals to your weekly diet.
Omega-3 has been shown to be beneficial for a variety of health
reasons. Some of these include high blood pressure, high cholesterol
levels, hardening of the arteries, arthritis, and even hair loss.
There
are many studies being done about the many positive effects of omega-3
fatty acids. Just one more reason to incorporate this kind of food into your diet.
It
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 like the salmon and halibut are a bit costly but
most 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.
Seafood
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 for taste and
health.
Author: Brent Symmonds
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