FISH FOR YOUR FIGURE

Weany adults these days are faced with the problem of con-
trolling their weight. Quick reducing schemes and fad diets gain
popularity because of the widespread interest in losing weight.
Nutrition and medical authorities agree that a well-balanced diet
can provide all the essential nutrients and at the same time control
weight by limiting those foods which are high in calories. To
succeed with this “common sense” approach to dieting, it is impor-
tant to know which foods contribute the nutrients needed for
health and well-being.

A good diet must provide protein. To supply this essential
nutrient, Canada’s Food Guide recommends at least one serving
daily of fish, meat, poultry or meat alternates such as eggs and
cheese. Fish dishes will provide variety and interest to calorie
restricted diets. The protein of fish is comparable to that of other
protein foods and in many recipes fish may be used in combination
with eggs, cheese or milk. Well planned diets must also contain a
variety of fruits and vegetables and some cereal products. Fish
may be served with these foods to provide meals which are inter-
esting as well as nutritious. With careful selection and preparation
these meals can also be low in calories.

In the pages which follow you will find some suggestions for
choosing, preparing and serving fish on a calorie restricted diet as
well as some calorie restricted recipes which have been tested in
the kitchen of the Consumer Branch of the Department of Fisheries
of Canada.

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