Cats should not be fed a steady diet of fresh fish or fish products that are intended for human consumption. There’s no evidence that the canned cat food or fish-flavored dry food is harmful for our cats, provided they don’t have any allergies to it. Is it bad for cats to eat fish food? An…
To make a long story short, yes, dogs can eat fish, and fish can be a part of a healthy diet for your dog, provided it is fully cooked without any additional oils and seasonings, does not contain any bones, and is not a species prone to high levels of mercury such as tuna. What…
So Can Dogs Eat Fish? To make a long story short, yes, dogs can eat fish, and fish can be a part of a healthy diet for your dog, provided it is fully cooked without any additional oils and seasonings, does not contain any bones, and is not a species prone to high levels of…
Now, new findings have discovered the benefits of fish consumption to preventing Parkinson’s disease. A protein known as parvalbumin, which can be found in several different fish species, has been shown to help prevent the formation of certain protein structures closely associated with Parkinson’s disease. Which fish is good for Parkinson’s disease? Fish oil and…
Why it makes you happy: Seafood is loaded with omega-3 fats, essential nutrients for many bodily functions but, in particular, it helps make us happy. However, fish brings a lot more than just fats to the table, including B-12, iodine, selenium and DHEA, all of which are vital for a healthy, happy brain. Can fish…
The species of fish usually sold as feeder fish are invariably some of the easiest fish for fishkeepers to rear and breed, such as common goldfish and guppies. Typically, these species are tolerant of overcrowding and have a high fecundity and rapid growth rate. Do feeder fish have babies? Ask for about 10 dozen “feeder…
Be sure the pea is fully cooled before feeding to your betta. Pea can be used in moderation to treat mild bloating due to constipation or once per week to add fiber to your betta’s diet as a preventative measure. Most bettas will readily eat the pea but occasionally a individual fish won’t take it….
It’s likely different from what humans feel, but it is still a kind of pain.” At the anatomical level, fish have neurons known as nociceptors, which detect potential harm, such as high temperatures, intense pressure, and caustic chemicals. Fish produce the same opioids—the body’s innate painkillers—that mammals do. Can fish take painkillers? Opioids are currently…
There’s strong evidence that omega-3 fatty acids can significantly reduce blood triglyceride levels. There also appears to be a slight improvement in high-density lipoprotein (HDL, or “good”) cholesterol, although an increase in levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad”) cholesterol also was observed. How much fish oil should you take a day to lower cholesterol?…
High blood pressure. Multiple studies report modest reductions in blood pressure in people who take fish oil supplements. There’s some evidence that the beneficial effects of fish oil might be greater for people with moderate to severe high blood pressure than for those with mild blood pressure elevation. How quickly does fish oil lower blood…
The electrical components and wires in your walls and outlets are coated with heat resistant chemicals and plastic coating for insulation. When these chemicals and plastic heat up significantly, they give off a burning odor that can smell like fish. Can smells travel through walls? Pets, smoke, mold and mildew, and cooking can create odors…
Why is fish spa banned? Currently, over 10 states have banned the use of fish pedicures. Most of the bans are based on at least one of the following reasons: Chinese Chinchin, another species of fish that is often mislabeled as Garra rufa and used in fish pedicures, grows teeth and can draw blood, increasing…