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Is our fish getting all caught up in Mercury? Mercury a heavy metal seems to be the big buzz word lately. We know eating fish can supply us with heart-healthy omega 3 oils but is it safe?For years I have been advocating to my patients try to include more fish in your diet, and include a fish oil capsule as a part of your daily requirements. An abundance of scientific research substantiates the wide-range health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in fish, however in an ideal world our fish would be pure of contaminants, sadly enough some of the fish we eat are polluted with mercury, the most recent study showed high levels of mercury in Tuna, swordfish and king mackerel.This magical oil found in fish has so many health benefits, from anti-inflammatory properties to heart health. The list goes on for healthful benefits of this oil. Mercury found in our air, collected in our rain then residing in our oceans absorbed in our natural food chain, can make its way into tonight’s dinner.The answer is not to stop eating fish, the benefits outweigh the problem, try to choose fish which have lower rates of mercury content, such as Wild Salmon, Sardines, and deep sea fishes have been known to have lower levels. Q. I know I should eating more fish, and I want to cook it for my family, but I just don’t know how to prepare it.A. There are hundreds of recipes in books and on the internet , you can even check a local school for a cooking demo for ways to learn to prepare fish, a healthy way is preparing it in Parchment paper, it will hold on to it’s natural oils. Q. I recently started taking a fish oil, can my fish oil capsule contain Mercury?A. Sure can, Unless it’s certified and it states capsule is pure from contaminants such as PCB’S and Mercury. You can be getting mercury in your daily fish oil capsule. Best to ask a professional which is the purest brand. Q.My wife and I like to go eat sushi, does the mercury level change if it’s cooked or not?A. Cooked or uncooked Mercury levels don’t change in fish, try to choose the higher quality Fish as well as fine restaurant with upgraded sushi.

I am proud to announce my new Monthly Column in the Manhasset Press. Excited and grateful to be contributing healthy tips to our local paper. If you are feeling "stuck" check out my solutions to your resolutions.

25A Magazine February 2015 Issue Pg. 50 What's Tilting Your Scale

On Monday, August 3rd, Maria Dello of Dellonutritionals in Manhasset, NY was invited to participate in the Town Of North Hempstead Health Fair. Dello served nutritious and refreshing Blueberry smoothies and handed out nutritional protein bars to the senior citizens in the community. The senior citizens loved the nutritional benefits of the smoothies and protein shakes. Dello say's blueberries have an incredible amount of anti-oxidants, great seasonal fruit" One senior citizen quoted, "The Blueberry Smoothie was delicious, and would make a great breakfast." Dello looks forward to the fair again next year, and continuing to keeping our community healthy. The event was a great success, special thanks to the Town Of North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth and Gia Montelbanoand Judi Bosworth. Dellonutritionals is located at 75 Plandome Road in Manhasset, NY. Call 516-365-1222 or visit www.Dellonutritionals.com to schedule an appointment.

 Maria Dello attended the Breast Cancer fundraiser at Port Washington Yacht Club with my Dear Friends MaryKay Barket, Gia Montelbano and councilwomen Dina De Giorgio of Port Washington.

On Friday October 23 at Manhasset Public Library, Manhasset SEPTA hosted a Yoga for Special Needs Kids. A Free 4-week program where Children will learn breathing & relaxation techniques along with stretching to promote inner focus and body awareness. Ms. Dello was invited to attend and donate stainless water bottles to the children and mothers who attended to grow awareness of the importance of avoiding plastics and staying hydrated. Ms.Dello stated " I have been working with SEPTA for many years and I can tell you this program is Amazing, It was an honor to be apart of it and look forward to assisting on our next project." Special Thanks to Ann Marie Byrne Moschitta and President Blanca Herrera McKenna.