Salmon is a healthy, delicious fish that is rich in
protein, minerals, vitamins and
healthy essential fatty acids.
Health benefits
Salmon is best known for its high
omega-3 long chain fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) content. These "essential" fats cannot be created by the body and need to be absorbed from the diet.
They have
anti-inflammatory and
blood pressure lowering properties and contribute to heart and joint health, good brain function and overall well being.
Salmon is also high in:
Protein - for healing, good bone health and maintaining muscle.
Potassium - which lowers blood pressure and reduces fluid retention.
Selenium - which improves thyroid function, bone health and lowers the risk of cancer.
B vitamins - essential for energy creation, DNA repair and creation, reduction of inflammation and good heart and brain health.

Salmon - delicious and good for you
How to cook salmon?
Salmon is a versatile fish that can be eaten raw in sushi or sashimi, smoked, baked, grilled, fried, steamed or poached. The head and bones can be reserved to make a broth.
The whole fish can be used and fillets or tail portions can be cooked with or without the skin.
How to increase salmon in your diet?
Aim for at least one portion of salmon each week. This delicious fish tastes good in salads, curries, soups and broths.
Experiment to find a recipe to suit your taste buds, for example:

Quick and easy smoked salmon can be rolled and added to salads or on sweet potato rostis

Salmon in lemongrass, coriander, lime and chilli broth

Baked salmon soy and ginger parcels
Pan fried salmon with or without skin can be served with salad, rice or potatoes.

Pan fried, crispy skin salmon with potatoes and salad
Canned salmon can be added on salads, sandwiches or made into salmon patties.
Experiment and increase this fantastic, healthy fish in your diet today for great health benefits. Your body will love you for it.
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Quick and easy fish dinner: Salmon, quinoa and pumpkin salad
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