Salmon
Salmon is a species of fish belonging to the family Salmonidae. It is known for its rich flavor, high nutritional value, and adaptability to both freshwater and saltwater environments. Native to the northern Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, salmon are anadromous, meaning they are born in freshwater, migrate to the ocean, and return to freshwater to spawn.
Why we feed?
Salmon is highly prized for its health benefits, particularly its high levels of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of high-quality protein for muscle repair and overall health. Omega-3 fatty acids promote heart, brain, and joint health while reducing inflammation. Salmon contains B vitamins, vitamin D, selenium, and potassium.
How to feed?
Salmon can be used for the 10% seafood component of the Real Ancestral 6X Diet. Sourcing salmon is crucial. Wild-caught salmon from the Pacific Northwest must be deep-frozen for at least three weeks to kill a potentially dangerous bacteria that can cause salmon poisoning. Farmed salmon often contains hormones or antibiotics. Any salmon listed as Atlantic Salmon is farmed salmon, as it is illegal to fish for Atlantic Salmon due to its endangered species status.
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