Omega-3
fatty acids found in tuna, salmon, shrimp and other
fish are
essential vitamins that provide numerous health benefits
to men and women. Research has shown omega-3 tohave
a positive impact on everything from arthritis and
asthma
to acne and depression. Among all the research, one
thing is undisputed - omega-3 is great for the heart.
In fact, the American Heart Association recommends
eating fish at least two times a week because of its
heart
healthy benefits derived from omega-3, protein levels
and has low amount of saturated fat.
SAFE
TO EAT
Did
you know canned and pouched tuna is one of the safest
to eat proteins available? That's because it's cooked
in the can to heat-sterilize it.
At Chicken of the Sea, we always put food safety first.
We were the first seafood brand to incorporate the Hazard
Analysis Critical Control Point procedures, a safety
system designed to protect customers from foodborne
illness and ensure food safety. Our program ensures
that our products meet the highest standards of safety.
LOW-FAT
Although
some fat is essential to our bodies, too much can
be
dangerous to our health, leading to heart disease,
obesity and some types of cancer. Therefore, it's
best to eat
a balanced, low-fat diet to maintain good health. Tuna,
salmon, frozen shrimp and other seafood prodcuts
by Chicken of the
Sea offer essential nutrients like protein and omega-3
and are naturally low fat. In fact, chunk light
tuna
has the least amount of fat of all seafood and much
less than other meats. A can of Chicken of the Sea's
chunk light has only has .5 grams, when compared to
a roasted chicken breast (with skin) that has about
7.6 grams of fat.
OIL VS.
WATER
Many
people feel that it is healthier to eat tuna packed
in water instead of tuna packed in oil, yet it is generally
agreed that tuna packed in oil has a better flavor and
texture. However, it has been shown that tuna packed
in oil mixed with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise is actually
lower in fat than tuna packed in spring water and mixed
with 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise. Starting with tuna
packed in oil allows people to use less mayonnaise to
achieve the desired consistency and taste, thereby cutting
down on fat and calories and providing a better tasting
salad. Another fat-reducing option is rinsing tuna packed
in oil with a small stream of water in a strainer to
remove excess oil.
LOW-SODIUM
Although many packaged and processed foods are very high in sodium, Chicken of the Sea offers products that are low-sodium and very low-sodium, with levels ranging from 35 mg. to 90 mg. per 2-ounce serving.
HIGH-PROTEIN
Protein
is one of the essential nutrients of life. In fact,
the word "protein" is derived from a Greek
word meaning "of first importance." The key to achieving
a healthy body is to eat good protein sources as part
of a balanced, low-fat diet.
Chicken of the Sea tuna, salmon, frozen shrimp and
other products offer a great source of protein and
are much
lower
in saturated
fat when compared to other protein sources. In addition,
canned and pouched seafood and frozen shrimp can be
prepared in an almost
endless variety of mouth-watering ways, offering people
essential proteins without the extra calories or fat.
CALCIUM-RICH
Calcium is a mineral the body needs to keep bones dense and strong. Without a steady supply of calcium in your diet, your body will steal it from your bones, making them weaker and more fragile.
Most calcium in the diet is obtained from dairy products, but sardines and canned salmon with bones are also good sources of calcium. A serving of traditional canned salmon provides 10 percent of the government's Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA).
