The health benefits of adding more seafood to your family?s diet
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With many families looking to re-establish routines after two years of pandemic living, making health-conscious decisions at dinnertime is more important than ever. More than one-third of Canadian families are already including more heart-healthy fish and seafood dishes in their meal-planning?while others may be interested, but don?t know where to start. Luckily, there?s help for seafood-curious families who also care about sustainability.
Seafood can lead to a healthier body and mind
You?ve probably heard seafood has some serious health benefits. Emerging research shows that eating seafood at least twice a week can be beneficial to both brain and heart health (thanks to the abundance of omega-3s and other nutrients fish provides) and might even improve your mood?that?s why Canada?s Food Guide recommends at least two servings per week for anyone over the age of two. We?re also all concerned about immunity these days, and the nutritional content of seafood can keep our immune systems strong as well. ?Seafood truly is a perfect protein,? says registered dietitian Carrie Walder. ?Besides being a high-quality protein full of the healthy omega-3 fatty acids needed for brain development and function, it’s also packed with tons of essential amino acids and micronutrients like selenium, iron, vitamin D and a range of B vitamins.?Â
Fish and seafood is delicious and easier to cook than you may think
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