Laura Humphreys Health

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Salmon Veggie Stir-fry

We do this recipe most weeks without fail, as we love it.

It’s quick, nutritious and tasty.


Nutrients

recipe Nutrients

  1. Protein 37.4g / 50g (75%)

  2. Sodium 1649.7mg / 2300mg (72%)

  3. Fats 27.8g / 78g (36%)

  4. Iron 5.1mg / 18mg (28%)

  5. Calories 519cal / 2000cal (26%)

  6. Fibre 9.2g / 28g (33%)

  7. Sugars 9.4g / 50g (19%)

  8. Carbohydrate 29.6g / 300g (10%)

  9. Calcium 107.8mg / 1300mg (8%)

  10. Magnesium 21.6mg / 420mg (5%)

  11. Vitamin D 0.9mcg / 20mcg (5%)

  12. Vitamin C 2mg / 90mg (2%)

salmon benefits

  1. Salmon is a great source of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. These omega oils help to reduce artery inflammation, lower cholesterol levels and maintain blood pressure levels.

  2. Thanks to the vitamin A content in salmon it promotes skin health. The Omega 3 fatty acid and the powerful antioxidants help to reduce free radical damage that is responsible for aging.

  3. Fuel for your brain. Helps its function and protects you against psychological disorders, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease due to the vitamins; A, D and selenium.

  4. Salmon is complete in ALL eight B vitamins; B1 (Thiamin), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), B5 (Pantothenic acid), B7 (Biotin), B6 (Pyridoxine), B9 (Folate), B12 (Cobalamin). B vitamins are essential for the body converting food into energy and help to protect you neurologically, against stress, anxiety and depression.

  5. Weight loss. This recipe in particular is is good for keeping you fuller for long, (even despite the low carbohydrates), because its high protein content and low calorie content. It provides the body with complete nutrients to fuel your brain and body without pilling on the pounds.