Omega3 and Holiday Season Stress

HOLIDAY SEASON STRESS from the blog of:  IsabelDeLosRios@beyonddiet.com During the holiday season, it can be easy to fall out of your healthy routine. You become overwhelmed by everything you need to do (just like I do) and some of your healthy habits fall by the wayside.  No matter how busy you are, though, please remember to include Omega-3 fats in your diet. The benefits of Omega-3 fats in our bodies is a list so long and so vast it has filled hundreds of books, but the ones that really keep me diligent about taking them (and giving them to my kids) are: Increased brain function and memory Improved joint health and skin health Helps prevent cancer Helps the body in fat loss and weight maintenance. Here are 3 great ways to make Omega-3s a part of your healthy eating regimen: 1. Eat free range eggs. Eggs that come from chickens that have been allowed to roam freely are much healthier and MUCH higher in Omega-3 fats than chickens that have been raised in tight coops.  Don't just think eggs for breakfast; use them in egg salad for lunch and deviled eggs as an appetizer for your next party. 2. Use chia seeds.  They are high in Omega-3s (higher even than flax seeds) and do not need to be ground before using them, making them super easy to sprinkle on just about anything. Add a tablespoon of chia seeds to your yogurt, oatmeal, salad, or even a soup for a delicious dose of Omega-3s. 3. Make a salmon dip for your next holiday party. Get your Omega-3s and improve the health of your family and friends by contributing a healthy salmon dip to your next holiday party. Spicy Salmon Dip Ingredients 6 ounces baked salmon 2-3 tablespoons homemade mayonnaise Squeeze of chili paste, to taste Unrefined sea salt, to taste 1 avocado, diced (optional) 1 large English cucumber, sliced Directions Break up cooked salmon into small chunks. With a fork, mix together the mayo, chili paste and salt. Taste and season to your liking, adding in more kick via the chili paste if you'd like. Gently mix in the avocado (if desired) and spoon onto cucumber rounds. Serve immediately. Take an Omega-3 supplement every single day. This ensures that I am getting enough of this critical nutrient every single day.