Nutrition
The great thing about Chicken and Turkey is that they are truly nutritious, plus they taste great and are a main ingredient in literally thousands of recipes.
Omega-3
Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide encourages Canadians to choose foods rich in omega-3 fats as part of a balanced diet. Our bodies do not produce omega-3 naturally so we must get it from the foods we eat. Granny’s stuffed turkey breast is enriched with omega-3. There are three types of omega-3 fat important to health:
- ALA: essential for healthy cells, current science demonstrates a beneficial affect on heart health
- DHA and EPA: help to contribute to heart health by reducing triglyceride levels and thereby, reducing the risk of heart disease
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Benefit Your Body
In recent years, much research has been conducted on the health benefits of omega-3. Findings show the following benefits:
- helps reduce the risks of and complications due to heart disease, stroke, elevated blood cholesterol and diabetes
- healthier immune system
- reduced risk of some cancers
- proper development of the brain, nerve and eye tissue in babies
- improved vision
- prevention and treatment of depression, Alzheimer’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis
- nourish the skin, hair and nails
