Fish in, Fish Out — The Practice of Feeding Fish to Fish
Why are fish fed to fish? Energy is like currency, and the calories we consume are used to pay our bodies’ biochemical bills. The cost of daily life is lower for fish than for terrestrial animals, mostly because they don’t bother to regulate their body temperature. Being cold-blooded is a major cost savings, and that […]
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Breeding for Vigor
Genetic legacies and biological fitness Offspring resemble their parents because of their genetic similarity. The DNA we inherit from mom and dad gives rise to specific traits that make us…well, us. Most of these traits—like green eyes or curly hair—have no effect on health or lifespan, but some do. Diseases like sickle cell anemia, some […]
Aquaculture is Essential
The state of world fisheries and aquaculture Global seafood consumption has reached an all-time high, supplying needed protein in the developing world and valuable nutrients wherever it’s eaten. Two-thirds of marine stocks are currently being fished within biologically sustainable limits, but the number of overfished stocks continues to climb year after year. Capture fisheries landings […]
Nutritional Value of Seafood
What’s (not) for Dinner? According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans are not eating enough of key nutrients, including: Lean protein—containing a balanced mix of amino acids, the building blocks of life Potassium—an electrolyte also responsible for normal functioning of the nervous system Magnesium—the core […]
Put Together a Heart-Healthy Plate
Love is in the air! February is a great month to celebrate the one you love, and it is a great time to focus on some healthy habits that will keep your heart beating for a long time. As a dietitian, I guide my clients on learning how to put together a heart-healthy plate in […]
Don’t Break My Heart
Three Easy Steps to Help your Heart Health Adults around the world get nearly 4,000 mg of sodium in their diet every day. This is almost double the daily recommended amount of sodium set by the American Heart Association at less than 2400 mg a day. Sodium is an essential nutrient that controls blood pressure […]
How to eat more Fish and Seafood on a Budget
When you hear health professionals tell you to eat more fish and seafood, do you see dollar signs? Incorporating more omega-3 potent foods, such as fish and seafood can come with a high price if you don’t have some tricks up your sleeve. Lucky for you, there are 5 action steps you can take to […]