DON’T LIKE FISH?
Other Ways to Get Your Omega-3s
If you made New Year’s resolutions for your health, there’s a good chance “eat better” is on the list, including adding more Omega-3s to your diet. These fatty acids have a whopping 17 health benefits, such as fighting heart disease and Alzheimer’s. That’s probably why doctors often recommend them. Omega-3s have a ton of functions. For example, they create a phospholipid layer of cell membranes to help give cells structure. There are a lot of these fatty acids in your brain and eyes, and they are critical for the cognitive development of babies as well. Omega- 3s can also improve your heart health by reducing the amount of inflammation you experience. Just as Omega-3s are important for the beginning of life, they’re equally important to help you maintain good health throughout your life. The most popular source of Omega-3s is fish; so, what if you don’t like the taste of seafood or have an allergy?
2. Edamame and kidney beans are also good substitutions. Boil or steam edamame and put them in your salads or side dishes. Kidney beans are a popular side dish as well and can be used in curries, stews, chili or rice.
3. If you’re looking for new cooking oil, soybean oil can replace vegetable or olive oil. You can also use it as a salad dressing.
4. Eating mixed greens such as kale and spinach is beneficial as well. These greens can be sautéed with soybean oil for even more benefits. 5. If you need more of an Omega-3 boost or are experiencing high levels of inflammation, there are supplements you can explore like krill oil, cod liver oil, fish oil, and algae oil.
Here are some substitutions to consider.
1. You can add chia seeds, hemp seeds, flaxseeds, and walnuts to your meals to get the needed nutrients. They are great additions to granola, oatmeal, salads, smoothies, or when mixed with milk or yogurt. You can even put them on toast with peanut butter.
Train Your
BRAIN!
Chocolate Pecan Fondue
Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream • 2 tbsp honey • 9 oz semisweet chocolate, broken into pieces • 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
• 1 tsp vanilla extract • Fresh fruit of your choice • Shortbread cookies • Large marshmallows
DIRECTIONS
1. In a sturdy saucepan over low heat, combine cream and honey. Stir until mixed thoroughly and heat until warm. 2. Add in chocolate, stirring until melted. 3. Stir in pecans and vanilla.
4. Transfer to a fondue pot or a slow cooker to keep warm. 5. Serve with fruit, cookies, and marshmallows of your choice.
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