You don’t need to rinse fish, chicken, pork, or any other meat before cooking. Not only does it not get rid of bacteria, it spreads bacteria (if water splashes from the sink in the process of rinsing). Should you wash your fish before cooking? Food Safety experts (including us at USDA) do not recommend washing…
Can babies eat fish and chips? Fish can be a healthy part of your child’s diet soon after he begins to eat solid food, usually when he’s around 4 to 6 months old. But if your baby has chronic eczema or a food allergy, talk to the doctor first. Can 1 year olds have chips?…
Blindness in one eye does not seem to incapacitate fish unduly, though carnivorous fish that hunt by sight may find the loss difficult to get used to. Can fish go blind one eye? The eye can be cloudy or discolored if the cornea was ruptured, or it can be bloodstained (in the case of the…
Feeding: African Dwarf Frogs will eat a variety of food, including brine shrimp, bloodworms, commercial frog foods, some commercial fish foods, krill, small pieces of worms and small live fish. They don’t have teeth and swallow their food whole, so food must be of an appropriate size. What can I feed my aquatic frogs? Your…
Though people don’t often think of them this way, bettas are tropical fish. That means they live in warmer water in the wild. They require temperatures from the mid-70s, up to around 80 degrees. If your room temperature is consistently in the mid-70s at the lowest, you can get by without a heater. Do betta…
One notable exception is that of intact tomcats – they sometimes have a rather pungent aroma. Another notable (and common) exam-room scenario is the complaint that a foul odor appears “every now and then”. Usually clients will describe a funky, musky, “fishy” odor occasionally emanating from their cat. Why does my cat’s urine smell like…
Can my cat eat betta fish food? The answer is no. Betta fish are not poisonous to cats. However, it is still not advisable to eat this kind of fish. Although betta fish are small, it doesn’t make them harmless. Is it safe for cats to eat fish food? Cats should not be fed a…
Can dogs eat Fish heads? Yes, dogs can eat Fish heads in moderation because they are packed full of nutrients, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. Can I feed my dog raw fish heads? Short answer: Yes, raw salmon heads for dogs are perfectly fine to feed as long as they’ve been frozen beforehand. Can you…
What foods trigger cold sores? When cold sores scab and reopen, eating acidic foods can aggravate the sore. Some foods to avoid are: citrus fruits, tomatoes, fruit juices, wine, soda, pickles, and vinegar-based salad dressings. Hot and spicy foods can also have a tendency to break cold sores. What foods help get rid of cold…
Cool and chill the curry in a suitable container as quickly as possible and if you are freezing it then freeze for up to 3 months. If the curry boils hard it will toughen the fish. Also stir the curry carefully while it is reheating, to avoid breaking up the fish too much. Can you…
In most cases those isolated ponds are filled by water runoff during the rainy season, such runoff carries out fish eggs and/or fry from distant reservoirs, creeks and lagoons. This is the most common way for fish dispersal. Can fish eggs travel in rain? During thunderstorms small whirlwinds and mini-tornados are formed easily and when…
What does seafood salad contain? Seafood salad is a combination of crab meat, celery, red onion and dill, all tossed in a dressing that’s made with mayonnaise and Old Bay seasoning. While mayo and seafood might sound like an odd pairing, it’s actually a lot like a classic tuna salad. What is whitefish made of?…