Fish Oil Benefits to Mental Health: Creating Brighter Minds

 

Creating Brighter Minds with Fish Oil

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The fact that fish oil could offer countless amazing benefits to human health is not a surprising thing for most of us. Perhaps we all heard of this omega-3 rich food supplement talked about by people in televisions, radio and on the internet. We often heard of this omega-3 rich food supplement derived from the tissues of certain fish as good for the heart and cardiovascular system. That is quite true. But besides cardiovascular support, there are plenty compelling benefits of fish oil that are usually taken for granted. One of these is the crucial role fish oil plays when it comes to promoting mental health and improving brain function. You probably remember now the time when you’re mother kept on reminding you to eat fish because it’s good for the brain. Turns out your mother really knows best since fish oil has just been confirmed by scientists as an effective deterrent against Alzheimer’s disease as well as bipolar disorder. Extensive studies and researches have been conducted to prove the efficacy of fish oil supplementation in combating mental disorders and enhancing cognitive abilities. This blog is dedicated to everyone who values his or her mental health, to intelligent men and women who wants to be smarter, and to those who want their kids or future children to have brighter minds. Check out the benefits of fish oil on mental health, and how it helps our minds become brighter. 


 
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According to experts and scientists, the best sources of omega 3 fatty acids aren’t supplements but natural fish oil from salmon, tuna, mackeral and other omega-3 rich foods such as walnuts, flaxseeds, eggs and vegetable oil. Consuming these foods is an effective way to absorb omega 3’s and other nutrients as well.

When it comes to DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), the type of omega 3 which have several roles in brain health, the best sources would be fish oil, fish and marine foods.  So here’s a good recipe that uses fresh salmon and other savory ingredients. Curried salmon cakes are what you will get from this recipe. Easy, tasty and healthy! These salmon cakes, for sure, are a rich source of Omega 3 DHA, the great brain enhancer. The vegetable oil used in frying these cakes is also rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Serve this for your kids’ lunch or breakfast or before they go to school and then get ready to receive their “A”s from spelling tests and school work.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, halved crosswise
  •   2 teaspoons curry powder, preferably hot
  •  Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 8 tablespoons store-bought tartar sauce
  •  1/4 cup cracker meal or crushed saltines, plus more for sprinkling
  •  2 tablespoons grated peeled ginger
  • 1 bunch scallions, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  •  2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 mango, peeled, pitted and diced
  •  Juice of 1 lime
  •  Vegetable oil, for frying



Procedure:

In a microwave-safe bowl, toss in salmon, 1 tablespoon water, 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Give a thorough stir to combine. 

Cover with plastic wrap and then microwave for 2 to 3 minutes or until the fish appears opaque. Take out the microwave bowl and then use a fork to shred salmons. Set aside to cool a little. Add the following into the salmon: 1 tablespoon tartar sauce, the cracker meal, ginger, half of the scallions and the egg. Mix well. Shape into 4 rounded cakes and keep in the fridge for about 10 minutes, or until firm.

While waiting for the salmon to freeze, grab a bowl and stir together the remaining 7 tablespoons tartar sauce and 1/2 teaspoon curry powder. In another bowl, stir in 1 tablespoon of the curried tartar sauce along with bell pepper, celery, mango, remaining scallions, lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper. 

In a nonstick skillet placed over medium heat, pour in 1/4 inch of vegetable oil to heat. Before frying the cakes, roll them in cracker meal to coat both sides.  Fry cakes until golden for 2 to 3 minutes each side. Take out from skillet and drain on paper towels.

 Serve with curried tartar sauce and next to mango salad.