When it comes to heart healthy fats, salmon is one of the tastiest choices. Unfortunately, many people skip over salmon, not knowing that this high fat fish is full of good fats. In this week's blog, we'll discuss the health benefits of salmon as well as different ways to incorporate it into your diet.

A quick look at salmon's nutritional facts makes it plain why you should be eating more salmon. A 4-ounce filet of salmon has 185 calories, 5.5 grams of fat, 0.9 grams of saturated fat, 1.5 grams of monounsaturated fat, 2.1 grams of polyunsaturated fat, 0 grams of trans-fat, 83mg of cholesterol, 107mg of sodium, 0 carbs and 31.7 grams of protein. As you can see, salmon is low in cholesterol and sodium, but high in mono- and poly-unsaturated fats. These fats help reduce cholesterol levels so that you heart is healthy. Of course, you can't overlook that salmon is also low in calories and a great source of protein.

Personally, I love to sauté salmon in olive oil and season it with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper. I serve it with a side of steamed vegetables. This makes the perfect lunch. I also enjoy sautéed salmon on a bed of romaine with a bit of parmesan and fat-free dressing. It also tastes great baked with a squeeze of lemon and a grind of black pepper from the pepper grinder. Of course, I do love salmon cakes, but deep frying the salmon sort of defeats the purpose of this heart healthy fish. The important thing is to not be afraid of salmon. It can be used to create several recipes. As long as you've got a great imagination or cookbook, the sky's the limit.

If you're worried about the cost, check your freezer section. I buy a one-pound bag, which contains four 4-ounce filets for around $5 at Wal-Mart. Regardless of where you get your salmon, it's one of the easiest ways to keep your heart healthy and your waistband tiny.