Salmon rocks!

The benefits of adding salmon to your diet are extensive due to it's high content of Omega-3 fatty acids and protein. I hate to cook, which is why the recipes I post are so simple, and cooking fish is an extra challenge for me. And to be honest, I don't really like fish that much. I do however make myself eat salmon once a week. If I don't cook it then I order it at a restaurant. Treat it like a wonder vitamin.

Here's what you'll get by eating salmon:

The protein in salmon is easy for people to digest and absorb into their bodies.

Omega-3 fatty acids will help lower your bad cholesterol. and increase your good cholesterol.

Salmon can also help repair heart damage, strengthen the heart muscles, lower your blood pressure and help prevent hardening of your arteries.

Omega-3 fatty acids help your brain work better and improve your memory. In conjunction with Vitamins A and D, amino acids and selenium they also protect your nervous system from the deteriorating effects of aging.

Eating salmon can also speed up your metabolism. This facilitates your sugar absorption rate and can lower your blood sugar level. Which in turn lowers your risk of developing diabetes.

Four ounces of wild salmon also gives you a full day’s required amount of Vitamin D.


Here's a great, easy salmon recipe:

2.5 pounds salmon fillet
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
Salt and pepper

Place fillet in shallow baking dish. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with lemon juice. Spread sour cream over top; sprinkle with chopped onion. Bake 10 minutes per inch measuring at it's thickest point. Makes 6 servings.