In a 16-year study, adults age 65 and older who ate fish regularly were observed to live longer and were less likely to die of cardiovascular disease. It's the latest finding to bolster doctors' recommendations that people should eat one to two servings of fatty fish per week.
The story is that the fish swims up a stream of urine into a man's penis, then eats it from the inside. But is there any truth to it?
Unfortunately, nearly all fish contain some traces of mercury.
Fish are “stuffing themselves” on plastic, but scientists are still trying to figure out what effect that might have on those of us who eat seafood
For generations Maine's fishermen have used nature — both their own internal sense of navigation and measurements like water temperature — to find rich fishing grounds. But with increasing competition, broader distribution, more go
Illegally caught seafood looks the same as any other seafood you buy at a store or in a market, making it extremely difficult for you to tell right from wrong. Try tracing the fish on your plate back to the ship with this infographic.
Experts say most people over 50 fall short of their protein requirements. Here's how you can tell if you need to eat more.
We love raw seafood but can't stand uncooked fowl or pork. Why? A big part of it is the effective lack of gravity in water, a scientist says. Weightlessness gives fish muscles a smooth, soft texture.
Just how much does fish oil help your heart and your overall health? Take WebMD’s quiz to find out about omega-3s, mercury worries, and how to avoid fish burps.
Board Certified Sports Nutritionist Heather Mangieri, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN explains how to get Vitamin D in your diet and how to eat to prevent injury. Calcium ...
Low fat is officially over! Here are more than a dozen high-fat superstars you can and should enjoy as part of your healthy diet.
The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and including fish in our diet for heart health are well documented, but now an [...]
If you want the very freshest seafood in SoCal, this beachside markets are the best places to shop. They sometimes have pretty good deals, too.
Your typical lunch might be a salmon avocado roll, Hawaiian-style poke, or a rice bowl with grilled shrimp. But this mindful move towards seafood—while well-intentioned—can have huge negative ramifications for the environment.
Getting enough protein is essential for a healthy mind and body. Find out if you're doing protein right.
Expert dietary consultant, Heather Schwartz, shares how to stay hydrated and eat more protein this summer. Learn from these tips for seniors.
Which fish are richest in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, lowest in mercury contamination and sustainably produced?
Does what you eat matter when it comes to brain health? Mayo Clinic experts say what's good for the body [...]
Wouldn’t it be great if you could just snap your fingers and know you’d never gain weight as you grow older? Unfortunately, it’s not going to happen. Exercise, cutting calories and smart eating are mandatory if you want to sail through your later years without putting on extra pounds. The good news is, unless you … Continue reading 11 Smart Eating Tips for Arthritis →
Women: cut the salt, eat a Mediterranean diet and watch your vitamins