Wild Salmon: The Best Choice for Prostate Health

by Kelley Herring

Reducing your risk of prostate cancer may be as easy as making smarter seafood selections, new research suggests.

A recent study published in the journal Environmental Research examined the effects of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)- harmful compounds found mostly in farm-raised fish-and their role in prostate cancer.

In this study, serum samples were taken from healthy men and men with prostate cancer. The serum samples were evaluated for 30 PCBs. Researchers found that the odds of prostate cancer among men with the highest concentrations of PCBs were over two times higher than the men with the lowest concentration.

Catch the benefits of fish without reeling in health-harming PCB's by going for wild-caught fish. Because most seafood in restaurants is “farm-raised”, your best bet is to buy fresh, frozen or canned seafood labeled “wild”, like those offered from Vital Choice.

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Cut Prostate Cancer Risk by 48%

The Physicians’ Health Study evaluated more than 20,000 men and found that those eating this food five times a week had a 48% lower chance of death from prostate cancer than the men who ate less than one weekly serving.

See p. 23 of Fats That Heal, Fats That Harm to learn more and then find hundreds of recipes with this cancer-fighting ingredient on our website.

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Go Wild With Salmon

by Kelley Herring

While we’re still reeling from all the press on the profound health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, emerging evidence shows there’s a catch. That delicious salmon fillet on your plate provides a boatload of essential fatty acids, but you may also wind up with some uninvited dinner guests if you’re not a savvy seafood selector.

Although farm-raising salmon allows more fish to get to market at an affordable price and ultimately end up on our tables, evidence shows farm-raised salmon contains dangerous levels of cancer-causing industrial chemicals called dioxins.

A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology found that levels of two specific PCBs-PCB 118 and PCB 156-were linked to a 60% to 80% greater risk of breast cancer, especially among premenopausal women. Similarly, a study published in Environmental Research found that odds of prostate cancer among men with the highest concentrations PCBs were over two times that among men with the lowest concentrations.

So how can you net the benefits of salmon without the fishy risks of PCBs? Healing Gourmet has a few simple solutions:

• Out to eat? Avoid salmon on the menu-it is almost always farm-raised.
• In the grocery? Ask your locale fishmonger if it is “wild”. And look for fish labeled "wild" in the freezer case (Whole Foods, Target and Publix all have wild fish available). You can also get delicious, ultra-luxe wild Alaskan salmon that’s been confirmed free of PCBs at Vital Choice- and it's delivered to your door!
• On a budget? Canned wild salmon is a good option. Try our easy Wild Salmon Burgers or Dill Salmon Salad for a no fuss, budget-conscious omega-3 packed meal in minutes.
• Smoked salmon? It’s usually farmed, and the smoking process produces carcinogens.

Astaxanthin: Are You Getting Enough of This Antioxidant Powerhouse?

Astaxanthin is a member of the carotenoid family of phytonutrients. It is classified as a xanthophyll, which means "yellow leaves".

Like many carotenoids, it is fat-soluble, however it does not convert to Vitamin A (retinol) in the human body.

Astaxanthin shows antioxidant capacity 10 times stronger than other carotenoids and is a natural internal sunscreen that protects skin from sun damage and discoloration.

It can be found in microalgae, yeast, salmon, trout, krill, shrimp, crayfish and other crustaceans.

HEALING TIP: Because astaxanthin is lipid-soluble, your body will absorb more if you enjoy foods containing astaxanthin with some healthy fat.

Wild Salmon with Lentil Tabbouleh

Looking for ways to pack more inflammation-fighting foods into your diet? This Mediterranean meal does it all!

Not only does it provide an excellent source of the homocysteine-fighting trifecta: folate, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12, but it also serves up 248% of the daily value for inflammation-fighting omega-3s.

In fact, a recent study published in the journal Nutrition found that people getting the most omega-3 on their diet had 29% lower levels of C-reactive protein than those getting the least.

Best of all, this tasty way to tame inflammation is ready in just 20 minutes!

Yield: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 20 minutes

Benefits: Gluten-Free
Excellent Source of: Fiber, Iron, Potassium, Protein, Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Folate, Thiamin, Niacin, Riboflavin, EPA/DHA Omega-3
Good Source of: Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, ALA Omega-3
Nutrition Snapshot: 328 Calories, 17 g Total Fat, 62 mg Cholesterol, 333 mg Sodium, 16 g Carbohydrate, 6 g Fiber, 3 g Sugars, 28 g Protein

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup organic lentils, dry*

• 2 cups fresh organic parsley, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup fresh organic lemon juice

• 1 medium organic cucumber, peeled and diced

• 1 medium organic tomato, diced

• 1/2 cup organic onion, diced

• 3 cloves organic garlic, chopped

• Spring/filtered water for cooking

• 12 ounces wild salmon (4-3 ounce fillets)

• 2 Tbsp. organic extra virgin olive oil
  

Preparation

Rinse the lentils. Add water to a medium pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and cook until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Meanwhile, lightly season the salmon (if desired) and broil or use your Flavorwave to cook to desired doneness. Remove the cooked lentils from the heat, drain, and set aside. Place the lentils, parsley, cucumber, tomato, lemon juice, olive oil and garlic in a medium non-reactive bowl. Mix well to combine. Divide lentil mixture among plates. Top with salmon. Serve.

*You may substitute canned lentils, if desired. Try Eden Organic.