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Salmon, and its accompanying omega-3 fatty acids, do a body all sorts of good
Omega-3s’ unsaturated fats help boost HDL (good) cholesterol levels, reduce high blood pressure and prevent blood clotting.
Salmon is also a rich source of lean protein, which plays a role in the repair and maintenance of cells, plus helps keep blood sugar levels in a healthy range.
Canned salmon (with the bones) offers the added benefit of providing calcium, which is needed to build strong teeth and bones, and also helps with reducing blood pressure and promoting healthy bowels.
Health Canada guidelines recommend that salmon (or fatty fish) be eaten two or three times each week.
5 Easy Ways to Serve Salmon
Here’s how to incorporate more salmon into your diet:
Originally published in Wellness Matters, Canada Wide Media’s quarterly newsletter on health and wellness.