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Alaska salmon packs a powerful nutritional punch. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein, and contains all the essential amino acids. Salmon contains vitamins A, D, B6 and B2, as well as niacin and riboflavin. Calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium and phosphorus are also present in Salmon. Salmon is also easy to digest, plus it is a GREAT SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS.Omega-3 Fats are Healthy(source alaskaseafood.org)   

Alaska Salmon is rich in Omega-3 oils. Scientists have known for years that Omega-3 offers heart-healthy benefits, including:

• Helping to decrease blood lipids (cholesterol, LDL’s, and triglycerides)
• Reducing blood clotting factors
• Increasing relaxation in larger arteries and blood vessels
• Decreasing the inflammatory processes in blood vessels

Additionally, the Omega-3 oils found in certain types of seafood, including Alaska Salmon, have been linked to improvements in or prevention of certain kinds of cancer, ulcerative colitis, psoriasis, arthritis, asthma, certain kinds of mental illness, depression and lupus.

    

Fire-kissed Salmon Steaks   sourceAllrecipes.com Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: 20 Minutes Yields: 4 servings     INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup chili sauce 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 4 (6 ounce) salmon steaks DIRECTIONS:   Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray before starting the grill. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, chili sauce, sugar, garlic, parsley and seasonings. Grill salmon, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork, brushing occasionally with sauce. Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals 373 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 106 mg cholesterol, 565 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 32 g protein.