Health Benefits of Salmon

April 14th, 2012

omega3
•  High in protein
•  Rich in Omega 3 fatty acids
•  Low in saturated fat
•  Low in trans-fatty acids
•  Low in calories

Protein helps to maintain an active metabolism and also provides essential amino acids for growth and maintenance of muscle tissue.

Evidence suggests Omega 3 fatty acids are beneficial for healthy skin and joints also helps in preventing heart disease.

While high in Omega 3 fatty acids salmon is low in saturated fats which are linked to high cholesterol and also low in trans fatty acids which lead to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke and an increased risk of type 2 Diabetes.

High protein foods are also low in calories which can assist in weight loss.

JCS Fish sponsor Bev at Sigma

April 14th, 2012

JCS Fish sponsor Bev at Sigma, who ran 6 miles in aid of Sports relief.

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

April 14th, 2012

A film adaption of Paul Torday’s best selling debut novel Salmon fishing in the Yemen, which tells the story if a Yemeni Sheikh wishing to bring Scottish Salmon to the Arabian Gulf, a production that brings together the best of British  starring Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt and Kristin Scott Thomas.

“Well worth a watch”

Salmon with Ginger & Lime

March 14th, 2012

Salmon with Lime and Ginger

Serves 2

Ingredients
•  2 x Salmon Fillets (skinless)
•  175g/6oz thin stemmed broccoli
•  140g/5oz baby corn, halved
•  4 baby pak choi, halved
•  2 Limes juiced
•  2 garlic cloves, crushed
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Salmon with Pepper Lime sauce with Black-eyed beans

March 7th, 2012

Salmon with Pepper Lime sauceServes 2

Ingredients
•  2 salmon fillets (approx 125g/4.5oz)
•  100g/4oz Basmati rice
•  400g can black eyed beans, drain and rinse)
•  1 tbsp hot pepper sauce
•  1 tbsp creole or cajun seasoning mix
•  1 tbsp clear honey
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Charity Cycle Kenya update

February 22nd, 2012

KenyaThe Charity bike ride proved to be extremely challenging! Despite the altitude, heat, monsoon rains and the steepness of many of the roads, we all made it!

Not for the faint hearted; the generous support and donations I received certainly kept me focused as I pedalled for 5 days and covered in excess of 400 kms.

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Pasta with Brocoli and Creamy Smoked Salmon

February 17th, 2012

Serves 4

Ingredients
•  100g smoked salmon pieces
•  400g pasta, tagliatelle bows or shells
•  225g broccoli florets
•  200g garlic and herb cream cheese
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JCS Fish enjoy a day shooting at White Lodge

February 8th, 2012

It was an excellent morning shooting for some of the team at JCS.

The day started with Coffee and Biscuits and for some this was the highlight of the day, after a few practice shoots, the competition got underway and the mood became very competitive, even those with hand/eye co-ordination of lame ducks where starting to hit something.

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Health Benefits of Salmon

December 14th, 2011

omega3•  High in protein
•  Rich in Omega 3 fatty acids
•  Low in saturated fat
•  Low in trans-fatty acids
•  Low in calories

Protein helps to maintain an active metabolism and also provides essential amino acids for growth and maintenance of muscle tissue. Read the rest of this entry »

Salmon Ciabatta with Watercress

December 7th, 2011

Salmon Ciabatta with WatercressServes 2

Ingredients
•  250g salmon fillets (skinless and boneless)
•  1 large ciabatta
•  Grated rind of 1 lemon/lime and juice of ½ lemon/lime
•  2 tbsp olive oil
•  Large bag watercress (discard the tough stalks)
•  2 tbsp fresh chives snipped
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