Fish, root vegetables and berries occupy a special place in the Nordic diet. On Instagram, nutritionist Jean-Michel Cohen detailed the main characteristics of this diet inspired by the habits of Northern countries.
Fish, an essential part of the Nordic diet
Fish constitutes one of the pillars of this diet. However, its consumption remains measured since Dr. Cohen mentions a frequency of twice a week.
“Eating fish is even recommended only twice a week.“
This place given to fish makes it possible to favor intake of omega-3, associated with the functioning of the heart and the brain. This diet is therefore based on a regular presence of fish without making it a food consumed daily.
The rest of the plate gives a large place to plants, with products particularly adapted to the food traditions of the Nordic countries.
Parsnips, carrots and beets, root vegetables at the heart of the plate
Root vegetables occupy an important place in the Nordic diet. Carrots, parsnips and beets are cited as foods rich in fiber, with particular interest in dietary balance.
Parsnip is rightly highlighted by Dr Jean-Michel Cohen for its composition. “It will especially improve the complex sugar content, but it is very rich in fiber.“
These vegetables also provide compounds such as anthocyanins, associated with favorable effects on vascular health. Their presence above all allows you to diversify meals with satiating foods rich in fiber.
Fruits complete this plant base, with a preference for several varieties characteristic of the Nordic diet.
Blueberries, blackberries and blackcurrants, the berries that complement the Nordic diet
Berries occupy a special place among the fruits mentioned in the Nordic diet. Blackberries, blueberries and blackcurrants sit alongside apples and pears, with a wealth of antioxidants highlighted.
The fruits mentioned are also interesting for satiety. Their low calorie density is associated with the goal of avoiding unnecessary weight gain, while antioxidants are linked to protection against infections and support of immunity.
Fish, root vegetables and fruits rich in antioxidants therefore form the trio highlighted by Dr Jean-Michel Cohen in this presentation of the Nordic diet.