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Salmon: The Healthy Choice | Benefits of Eating Salmon

Salmon: The Healthy Choice

Ocean-farmed salmon, a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids, is also full of high-quality proteins and low in saturated fat. Ocean-farmed salmon is the healthy choice for a healthy lifestyle.


Salmon is:


Low in Saturated Fat


While high in essential fatty-acids (polyunsaturated fats), ocean-farmed salmon is low in "bad" fats, or saturated fats, which are linked to higher cholesterol levels. Ocean-farmed salmon has approximately a third of the saturated fat of lean ground beef and 50 percent less saturated fat than chicken.


Low in Trans-fatty Acids


Ocean-farmed salmon contains little of the harmful trans-fatty acids usually found in processed foods. Preparing ocean-farmed salmon dishes is a great-tasting way to lower the level of trans-fatty acids in your diet.


Consumption of trans-fatty acids increases LDL cholesterol levels ("bad cholesterol") and lowers HDL cholesterol levels ("good cholesterol"), leading to a greater risk of heart disease and stroke. Some studies also suggest trans-fatty acids are linked to an increased risk of Type 2 Diabetes. More 


Low in Calories


This low-fat, high protein food source is also low in calories. One serving of ocean-farmed salmon contains only 183 calories, which is lower than both beef or chicken, as well as many other fish. Incorporating ocean-farmed salmon into a diet is an excellent way to lower calorie consumption.


High in Protein


Ocean-farmed salmon provides as much high-quality, complete protein per mouthful as chicken, ground beef, pork or tuna. This type of protein contains sufficient amounts of all the essential amino acids required by the body for growth and maintenance of muscle tissue. In addition to essential amino acids, high-quality proteins help maintain an active metabolism, which plays an integral role in weight loss.


Learn more about salmon farming and food safety - see Food Safety