Can parasites survive in bleach? Cryptosporidium is resistant to chlorine disinfection so it is tougher to kill than most disease-causing germs. The usual disinfectants, including most commonly used bleach solutions, have little effect on the parasite. An application of hydrogen peroxide seems to work best. What happens if you put a fish in bleach? The…

How do snakeheads affect humans? Can snakehead fish harm humans? Most snakehead fish will avoid contact with humans. In captivity, many will actually act shy around people. However, when guarding their eggs or young, they can become aggressive if approached. Is it safe to eat snakehead fish? Interest has been picking up lately in the…

What Fish Will Eat Crickets? In all honesty, most freshwater game fish and some baitfish will consume crickets. Even the mightiest of freshwater fish like muskies, pike, flathead catfish, and striped bass, start their lives consuming small insects, tiny fish, and plankton. Will fish eat dead crickets? Trout can still snap up dead crickets but…

Can I use tap water for my betta fish tank? The best water to add to your tank is tap water, as long as it’s conditioned first. Failing that, you should try using spring water. You should ALWAYS avoid purified or distilled water, as it lacks the necessary minerals and nutrients your betta needs to…

Kimchi is made by lacto-fermentation of napa cabbage, which is fermentation by Lactobacillus bacteria (the same kind of fermentation that gives us yogurt and dill pickles!) But the thing is, traditional kimchi isn’t vegetarian. Most authentic kimchi recipes include fish sauce, which adds umami taste. Does kimchi contain fish? A traditional Korean side dish, kimchi…

Body odor after eating seafood is typically related to a metabolic disorder. People with trimethylaminuria develop a fishy odor after consuming seafood because they can’t break down the chemical trimethylamine that’s naturally found in seafood. The odor will appear within a few hours. How do I stop smelling after eating fish? Rinsing fish before cooking…

Supplementation with fish oil may be beneficial for some patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) due to its mild anti-inflammatory effects. The benefits that have been reported among this patient group include an improvement in pain and reduction in the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). How long does it take for fish oil to work…

Side effects, particularly at high doses, may include diarrhea, vomiting, delayed wound healing, sleepiness, a fishy odor to the breath or skin, increased itchiness, or an oily coat and skin flakes. Discontinuation of the supplement should resolve these side effects. In cats, changes in blood clotting can occur. Does fish oil help cats poop? Where…

Although it is still possible that fish oil supplementation has health benefits for specific age-related diseases, it does not appear to slow aging or have longevity benefits. Can fish oil make you look younger? Fish: “The fatty acids in fish oil have a smooth and hydrating effect on your skin, thus reducing wrinkles,” says Dr…

Small fish like anchovies are coated in salt and packed in large barrels to hang out. The natural bacterias start to break down the fish, producing a briny, fishy, savory liquid. That, friends, is fish sauce. What is inside fish sauce? In its purest form, modern fish sauce consists of anchovies and sea salt as…

Blue LED lighting, also known as moonlight blue bulbs, support your fish tank plants and help your nocturnal fish to feed. However, even this subtle light should be switched off at night so that your fish can sleep soundly. Does blue LED light affect fish? Blue light is harmful to fish if it is incorrectly…

A heavy action allows an angler to drive a hook into a fish’s mouth. Heavy or fast actions better suit baits with single hooks, including a spinnerbait, jig, or Texas rig soft plastics where a strong hook set is required. When would you use a heavy rod? Heavy action rods are the default choice for…