Overall, the review of seven clinical trials including more than 500 children concluded that children taking a combined EPA and DHA supplements showed improvements on their symptoms of ADHD, as well as attention scores, according to parent reports. Can omega3 cause hyperactivity? The Power of Omega-3s to Affect the ADHD Brain From prevention to treatment,…
Fish oil relaxes arteries, easing the way for blood to flow through the penis. This results in better erections and penile perfusion. Inflammation is reduced by fish oil concentrate. Less inflammation allows the testes to produce more stable levels of testosterone, in turn supporting erectile function. What are the risks of men taking fish oil?…
What fish do restaurants use for fish tacos? What type of fish to use for fish tacos: Lean and flakey white fish fillets are traditionally used in fish tacos because they are mild in flavor, cook quickly and are relatively inexpensive. Popular kinds of white fish for fish tacos include halibut, tilapia, mahi mahi, snapper,…
In fact, all fish are susceptible to frostbite. Their susceptibility depends on their size and adaptations. Much like our extremities (hands, fingers, toes, etc) are more vulnerable to frostbite, so are a shark’s fins. These areas have less surface area and thinner skin, so frostbite happens more easily. Can fish get freezer burn? Freezer burns…
Can you feed raw beef to fish? With ‘land animals’ such as poultry, beef, pork, etc the general consensus is that it’s useless as far as fish nutrition goes, likely because it does not resemble the natural diets of carnivorous/omnivorous fish. Can I feed my fish raw fish? The Short Version. If you know what…
New research out today in the Journal of Experimental Biology found that fish can’t suck up food as well after having a hole poked in their mouth by a fishing hook. These fish eat by getting close to – but not quite touching – their next bite of food. How long after catching a fish…
Can a filter be too powerful for fish? However, while the increased filter media and flow capacity is desirable, sometimes the flow rate created by more powerful filters is too strong for the aquarium and your fish. Beta fish especially cannot handle strong water flows. Could my filter be killing my fish? If your tank…
Because these bones look dangerous and can indeed cause injury, it’s natural for someone who accidentally swallows one to wonder if they should seek medical attention. Before you panic, know that swallowing a fishbone rarely causes problems and in the majority of cases does not require any special actions. Can fish bones be digested? Swallowing…
Absolutely not! Live corals make stunning additions to marine tanks, cannot survive in freshwater and will gradually die off when placed in this environment. To make things worse, the corals will pollute your aquarium as they die, releasing ammonia and nitrates that can be harmful to your fish. Can coral live in a fish tank?…
As we’ve just mentioned, betta fish can survive between 10-14 days without food. However, there are some major factors you should consider before leaving your betta fish unattended for such a long period of time. What happens if you forget to feed a betta fish? Bettas are tropical fish and could never survive in very…
Not only do fish pee, but their pee gives other animals in the ocean what they need to survive. Luckily, there are a lot of nutrients in fish pee—and a lot of fish in the reef. Like you, fish have kidneys. Kidneys help the body make urine. Which fish pee through their skin? FUN FACT:…
Because of the mild Southern California climate and the lake being stocked regularly, it’s possible to fish all year round at the Santa Fe Dam, which can make it an ideal spot for a fishing trip no matter what time of year it is. Can you eat fish from Santa Fe Dam? Lauren Zeise, director…