Salmon for Weight Loss

Essential macronutrients should never be missing from your diet if you're bent on shedding some pounds in the healthiest manner possible.

It is usually easier to fill up on carbohydrates, but you may need to be deliberate about having enough fats and proteins.

Most foods containing fats and proteins are usually either more expensive than the same quantity of carbohydrates, or they're usually less available, or ... well ... need more work to be done on them before you can have them on your dining table.

However, some other foods make filling up on fat and protein less hassle because they pack both nutrients in substantial amounts. One such food is salmon. This anadromous fish crams up to 25g of protein (Sockeye salmon) and 13g of fat (Atlantic salmon, raw) per 100g, making up to 40% and 20% of the recommended daily intake of protein and fat, respectively.

Nutritious, don't you think?

Well, you no longer have to wonder why this fish is an excellent option for weight loss.

Salmon Is Choke-Full of Healthy Fat

Salmon contains up to 80% polyunsaturated fat, the exact kind of fat that is healthy and good for weight loss. Polyunsaturated fats are also great for your heart. So, this fish is a win-win fish if you ask me.

Protein-Rich

Up to 20g of protein from a side dish? That's an excellent place to start if you ask me. Even if you decide to have salmon with some fresh vegetables, it's still a good bargain because it would supply around half of your RDI of protein.

Google "DRI Calculator for Healthcare Professionals" to use the calculator from the US government website to check how much protein (and other nutrients) you need every day.

You should never compromise on your protein intake if your weight loss will be/ remain healthy. This macronutrient curbs your appetite by keeping you full for longer is essential for cell and tissue growth, and also revs up your metabolism to enhance weight loss.

Low Calorie

Why isn't salmon already a significant part of your weight loss diet?

This seafood gets all its calories from fats and proteins and houses only a maximum of 208 calories per 100g of the raw Atlantic species. Species like the chinook pack less than 120 calories per 100g. You definitely cannot eat enough of this fish to create a calorie surplus in a day!

No Carbs

Fats undoubtedly pack 5 more calories per gram than carbohydrates and proteins. But the bulk of what we eat is already filled with so many carbohydrates that 70% of your plate may already be loaded with carbohydrates.

Conclusion

I know salmon is quite on the high side of price and may not be available in some locations. But as much as possible, include this healthy fish in your meals, at least 2 to 3 times weekly. Your health will indeed thank you.