I have long been a huge advocate of seafood consumption for good health, and with just cause.
Dale Pinnock, The Medicinal Chef
One of the most important components of human nutrition is omega 3 fatty acids. They are vital for the health of the nervous system, cognitive function, the health of the eyes, cell receptor function and maintaining a healthy inflammatory response. Unfortunately, a huge percentage of us are not getting enough of the important long chain omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA that are responsible for many of these benefits. This is because so few of us regularly eat seafood. My recommendation is to eat high quality seafood 3-4 times per week to get regular supplies of these vital fats.
Wild Alaska seafood contains the vitamins E,C,D,A.
Benefits include balancing cholesterol (it acts as a protective antioxidant that fights against cholesterol oxidation that causes damage in the body). It is also brilliant for repairing skin; strengthening the capillary walls acting as a natural anti-ageing nutrient as well as decreasing signs of acne and eczema due to the vitamin being absorbed by the epidermis layer. It also is known to thicken hair.
This vitamin is needed for the maintenance and protection of cells. It helps with preventing the DNA in the skin from reacting with sunlight and causing discoloration or even precancerous cells. The body also uses vitamin C to help heal injuries to the skin and aids hair growth.
Research has shown that vitamin D may play an important role in regulating mood swings and warding off depression.
This Vitamin is crucial for good vision. Vitamin A is part of the rhodopsin molecule, which is activated when light shines on the retina and it sends a signal to the brain, which results in vision.
Wild Alaska seafood also contains the minerals zinc, iron, selenium and calcium.
Increases immunity and fights things like the common cold. Zinc can interfere with the molecular process, exerting an antiviral effect by attaching itself to receptors in the nasal epithelial cells and fighting illnesses. It is also great for supporting liver health, digestion and plays a very important role in fertility.
Is known to make the skin glow. A lack of iron causes haemoglobin levels to decrease resulting in the subsequent reduction of red blood cells. A dose of iron can prevent this from happening.
This micro mineral is used by our cells to create enzymes that help clear waste products and it also helps protect our DNA from damage.
Canned salmon in particular contains high levels of calcium. The body needs calcium to build and maintain strong bones. It also helps with cardiac muscle protection, weight management, the prevention of kidney stones and dental care.