Eating Fish in Winter is Healthy: Here's a Look at Different Sea Food Recipes For The Season (Watch Videos)

It would not be wrong to say that winter is a season for foodies. Various delicious food items can be tried in winter to make this season more cheerful. Fish is one of the most loved food items in winter, as it not only tastes yummy but is also healthy for the body. Let's throw light on why fish should be eaten in winter along with different seafood recipes. Best Winter Foods to Boost Your Immunity and Keep You Protected From Cough, Cold and Other Diseases.

Eating fish like salmon, rich in monounsaturated fat and omega 3 fatty acid, can improve heart health and also improve immunity as they consist of various essential vitamins and minerals. In winter, the days are shorter compared to summer, this can affect a person's mood and is known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Exposure to natural sunlight can solve this problem, however, that is insufficiently available in winter. This issue can be resolved by eating food like fish which are rich in Vitamin D. Mutton Paya Soup Should Be Tried in Winter! Here's Why And How Eating Bone Broth Keeps You Healthy In The Cold.

Why it is Healthy to Eat Fish in Winter

Eating fish can help cure cold, flu and other respiratory infections. Fish are rich in omega 3 fatty acid and can help increase airflow to lungs, thereby, helping in fighting off bugs. A recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology has proven that an increased level of polyunsaturated fatty acids such as omega-3 and omega-6 in the blood can help reduce the risk of developing allergic diseases like asthma and rhinitis among children. Winters also cause joint and muscle pain and, therefore, eating fish rich in omega 3 fatty acid can help lower inflammation and reduce arthritis symptoms.

Fish Koliwada Recipe 

Fish Amritsari Recipe 

Goan Fish Curry Recipe

Masala Prawns Recipe 

Bangda Fish Curry Recipe 

Fish can also prevent your skin from getting dry in winter and it is also good for hair. It can also help in improving the quality of sleep. After going through the health benefits of fish, you should definitely try out any of the above mouth-watering recipes this winter.

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