Omega-3s are brain-, heart-, and eye-healthy
Several presentations so far have reinforced the fact that all omega-3s are not created equal. Omega-3 fatty acids come in three forms: ALA, EPA, and DHA. EPA and DHA are the longest chain omega-3s that have the most health benefits associated with them. ALA, on the other hand, must be converted to DHA to provide its health benefits, and our bodies convert less than 10% of the ALA we eat to DHA.

All fatty fish, such as wild Alaska salmon, is the richest source of DHA omega-3s. What’s also great about wild Alaska seafood is that it’s environmentally friendly and considered sustainable. Try this salmon recipe, which also incorporates rice and almonds. For more information, visit Alaskaseafood.org.

Wild Alaska Salmon With Almond Orange Pilaf
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1 tablespoon margarine or olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup uncooked rice
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon crushed tarragon leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup sliced almonds
8 salmon steaks, grilled or poached

Instructions: Melt margarine in large skillet; add onion. Cook over medium heat until onion is soft but not brown. Add rice, orange peel, tarragon, pepper, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat. Add almonds and fluff with fork. Serve with salmon. Makes eight servings.

Per serving: Calories 428; Fat 20 g; Sodium 353 mg; Protein 39 g; Fiber 1 g