This food, adored by the French, good for the heart and brain, is an excellent choice for the holidays

This food, adored by the French, good for the heart and brain, is an excellent choice for the holidays
This food, adored by the French, good for the heart and brain, is an excellent choice for the holidays

Voted the French's favorite fish for years, salmon is a must-have for the end-of-year celebrations. Easy to cook, colorful and above all good for health, it is a food rich in vitamines BD and Eas well as minerals (iron, potassium, selenium, etc.). Thanks to its omega-3 content, salmon is particularly interesting for health.

The benefits of omega-3 on our body

It only takes one serving of salmon per week to meet the body's need for omega-3. These essential fatty acids have repeatedly proven their positive effects on cardiovascular health. They make it possible to reduce the blood pressurecholesterol, or even l’inflammation. “Omega-3s reduce the risk factors for cardiovascular disorders and prevent the risk of heart attacks,” confirms the French Federation of Cardiology (source 2). Sufficient intakes of omega-3 are essential for women of childbearing agechez the pregnant womanat thea breastfeeding woman as well as at the child.

The benefits of omega-3 on our brain

According to a study published in 2022 (source 3), omega-3s are also essential for the brain and to prevent the cognitive decline. Other studies have shown that omega-3s reduce the risk of depression

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