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The Health Benefits of FishEating fish is associated with the health benefits of lowering triglycerides, blood pressure, inflammation, macular degeneration and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. It also provides a lean source of omega-3 fatty acids, proteins and minerals. Omega-3s are good fats your body can’t make itself. There are numerous health benefits of omega-3s, as they are known to help strengthen the mind and ease movement by the body. Some studies also suggest they reduce the risk of heart disease. Salmon, sardines, tuna, herring and trout are fish high in omega-3s. Haddock, tilapia, pollock, catfish, flounder...

Fish is a high-protein, low-fat food that provides a range of health benefits. White-fleshed fish, in particular, is lower in fat than any other source of animal protein, and oily fish are high in omega-3 fatty acids, or the "good" fats. Since the human body can’t make significant amounts of these essential nutrients, fish are an important part of the diet. Also, fish are low in the "bad" fats commonly found in red meat, called omega-6 fatty acids. WHY ARE OMEGA-3S GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH? A growing body of evidence indicates that omega-3 fatty acids provide a number of health...

A Guide for pre-school years Young children are busy learning about the world. Food provides them with energy, nutrients and a wonderful variety of tastes and textures. It is important to help children make good food choices by having a healthy range of foods available. Looking at 'Food Groups' is a quick way to check that your child is having a nutritious diet. Milk (dairy) Group Milk and milk products are convenient and nutritious foods which provide protein, carbohydrates and fat for energy and growth. They also contain vitamins and minerals such as calcium necessary for strong bones and teeth. We...

Your mother always said, “eat your vegetables” and she was right – maybe in more ways than she knew. While you don’t have to go all veggie and become a strict vegetarian, one of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to make vegetables the centerpiece of your meals and let the other food groups accompany them. For many families this may be a switch of mindset from meat and potatoes to potatoes and meat. The animal food is more of a garnish, adding flavor and nutrition to the medley of vegetables and grains. Stirfry is...