It’s possible that omega-3 supplements may worsen acne in some people, though there’s limited research on this topic. Taking omega-3s in the form of fish oil can also cause mild (though rare) side effects. What vitamins cause cystic acne? The main culprits causing breakouts are supplements containing Vitamins B6/B12, iodine or whey, and ‘muscle building…
It is recommended that purified mineral water be used instead of distilled water. Alternatively, tap water can be used, but it must be treated to remove chemicals that are potentially toxic to fish. Chlorine or chloramine is often added to tap water as a purifier, but such chemicals can damage the gills of fish. Is…
Yes, you can compost fish, but some caveats apply. The majority of the items that can be composted are food scraps, with the general rule of thumb being that anything that can be consumed, can be composted. Can you put string in compost? Reuse spools of string and twine. Put natural fibre string and twine…
Fish is a good food for people with diabetes. Protein provides some of our energy needs and omega 3 may help our heart health. Low levels of vitamin D are common in people with diabetes, so including fish in the diet is a good way to add to your dietary vitamin D intake. Which fish…
The easiest way to steam a fresh fish dinner to perfection is to simply pop it in a steamer oven. If you don’t own one of these handy devices, however, you can easily rig up your own makeshift steamer using only an ordinary pot or pan, a cooking ring or steamer basket, and a couple…
Does Puerto Rico have good fish? Though the industry is dwindling somewhat, there are still a number of fishing villages and family-run businesses, so fresh fish and seafood is abundant in Puerto Rico. Here is a list of some of the specialties of the sea that Puerto Rico has to offer. What fish is fresh…
Do Betta Fish Recognize Their Owners? Surprisingly, science has found that fish are capable of recognizing their owner’s face, even if the owner is standing by the tank with other people. It’s normal for betta fish to swim to the front of the tank when an owner comes up to it. Why does my betta…
While relatively easy to prevent, fin rot can be difficult to cure once it does set in, particularly in the more advanced stages. If left untreated, fin rot will eventually kill the diseased fish and may infect all the other fish in the tank as well. How long does it take for Betta fins to…
During all of their life stages, snakehead fish compete with native species for food and habitat. A major concern is that snakeheads might out-compete (and eventually displace) important native or other established predatory fish that share the same habitat. As adults, snakeheads can be voracious predators.During all of their life stages, snakehead fish compete with…
While it is possible to keep lobsters in a tank, there are many rules to follow to keep them alive and healthy. When the tank reaches the proper pH level of 6.5 to 8.5 and contains no measurable amounts of nitrate or ammonia, load your lobsters in the tank at 1 pound of lobster to…
Aquariums are okay temporary homes for young bearded dragons but they are not suitable for adults. Aquariums are difficult to access and make it hard to control temperature, lighting, and humidity. Can you use a fish aquarium for a reptile? Despite this popularity, aquariums are not ideal enclosures for reptiles, as they are designed for…
If anything like a zombie truly exists, it’s in the fish world and Halloween is their season, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Zombie salmon, as they’re called, are alive and still swimming, yet in the slow process of rotting to death, experts say. What are zombie fishes? When salmon make their challenging…