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Mark A. East, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist located in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Dr. East received his Medical Degree at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. His Residency in Internal Medicine and Fellowships in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology were completed at Duke University Medical Center where he was distinguished as Assistant Chief Resident of Internal Medicine and Chief Fellow at Duke Clinical Research Institute.
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Baked Cajun Catfish
2-4 catfish fillets about 4oz
(or substitute with tilapia or trout)
1 1/2 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried thyme, crumbled
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cayenne
1/4 tsp pepper
2 tbs olive oil or avocado oil
Cooking spray
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lightly spray a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the paprika, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, pepper, and olive oil to make a marinade. Take a fish fillet, add to bowl, and gently press the fillet so the marinade adheres to it. Turn over the fillet to coat each side. Repeat the process with each fillet. Transfer the fish fillets to the baking dish. Bake for 15 min, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
Magnesium:
Magnesium is beneficial for heart health. There are different forms of Magnesium that you can find over the counter at your drug store, so read the label carefully before you purchase that supplement.
Magnesium Oxide vs Magnesium Glycinate?? I recommend Magnesium Glycinate because:
*it is better absorbed by the body, making it more effective for raising magnesium levels
*it can help prevent irregular heart beats
* it can relax blood vessels, which can help high blood pressure
*it can help with stress relief, support deep sleep, and reduce muscle spasms
*it is typically gentle on the stomach; Magnesium Oxide may cause gastrointestinal discomfort
