Baker's Best of Health

Trout, salmon, and other cold-water fish contain loads of omega-3 essential fatty acids, which can help ease stiff and swollen joints by reducing both inflammation and cartilage destruction. To get the most pain-relieving benefits, I try to eat fish at least twice a week. Here are some terrific, tummy-tempting ways you can add more to your menu:

• Add pieces of fresh fish to store-bought vegetable soup to make a chunky chowder. Simmer at least 5 minutes to be sure the fish is cooked through.
• Use white albacore tuna to make a tuna salad. Add light mayo and plenty of fresh veggies like celery, carrots, cucumber, and radishes.
• When you’re grilling salmon, cook a double batch. Chill the leftovers to mix into pasta salad to have for lunch the next day.
• Try this recipe for one of my favorite fish feasts—Orange Orange Roughy:  Wash 2 orange roughy fillets and pat them dry. Place thin slices of orange on a broiler pan, then top them with the fish. Sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon of salt, and drizzle with 2 teaspoons of walnut oil. Broil at medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the fish is translucent and flakes easily with a fork. Place each fillet on a dinner plate and garnish with grated orange peel.

Trust me—one taste of this delish dish, and you’ll be making fish a regular mealtime feature.