Fishtarian: Heart Healthy Diet and Living

Flax: Good Source of Omega-3 Oils

2009-04-15T21:58:00.000-07:00

As discussed in my previous post "How does Food Affect Your Cholesterol Level?" I recommend that you maintain constant intake of Omega-3 fatty acids in your diet to keep your heart healthy. In addition to popular cold water fish like salmon, I'd like to discuss a good plant source of Omega-3 in this post - flax seed.First of all, the oils in flax seed contain high concentration of Alpha-Linolenic

Oat Bran Lowers Bad Cholesterol

2009-03-31T11:23:00.001-07:00

About two years ago, I started adding oat bran to my daily oat meal in the morning. My blood test has consistently shown that oat bran helps lower my cholesterol levels; more precisely, it lowers only the bad cholesterol (LDL) not the good cholesterol (HDL). And, that's exactly what we want - increasing the HDL/LDL ratio.Similar results have been found in many medical studies. So, how exactly

Fishtarian.com Launched

2009-03-18T14:49:00.000-07:00

I'm glad to announce that the new Fishtarian.com website is officially launched today. With the goal to become your trusted partner in pursuing your heart healthy diet and living, we've designed Fishtarian.com featuring both blog posts and a variety of products. Our editors will continue to bring you the latest medical information about your health as well as share with your their personal

Weight-Loss Diets and Lifestyle Change

2009-03-02T23:23:00.000-08:00

There is a wide variety of weight loss diet plans on the market to choose from. Atkins, Zone, or Ornish? Low-fat, low-carb, or high-protein? "Which one is effective or the most effective?", you ask.That used to be a hard question to answer, because of all the marketing twists and spins. A recent medical study published in New England Journal of Medicine was set to straighten this up. And, you may

Daily Drinking Increases Womens Risks of Cancer

2009-02-25T11:27:00.001-08:00

Many of us have enjoyed a small glass of red wine every night thinking that the moderate amount of alcohol would help improve blood circulation and reduces the risk of heart disease. The thought sounds like a conventional wisdom and is supported by many medical studies. While that's still true, what you don't know is the risks or side effects for women.Reported by Washington Post, a new medical

February Is Heart Healthy Month

2009-02-09T19:57:00.000-08:00

Just want to pass on a good offer from one of my favorite restaurants, FreshChoice. FreshChoice is celebrating the heart healthy February with coupons to help keep our heart healthy. Although not a seafood restaurant that offers fish, this is a place where you find a wide variety of vegetables and soup so delicious and enjoyable. Enjoy a good meal at FreshChoice!(Click to see the full sized

How Global Warming Impacts The Ocean And Our Food Sources?

2009-01-14T17:11:00.000-08:00

[From Cartoosh: Our Cartoons, Our Life]More and more evidences have attributed the record number of hurricanes over the last couple of years to global warming. Using buoys that transmit readings directly, as well as remote sensing satellites, researchers have found record temperatures in the gulf and Atlantic Ocean. Based on those studies, the ocean temperature over the last 50 years has

Note: Problem with Flash Player 10 on Vista x64

2009-01-07T16:20:00.001-08:00

I'd like to give you a heads-up that you need the Flash Player 10 plug-in for your browser in order to see our blogs properly. The upgrade to Flash Player 10 is necessary due to the slide show widget from Amazon that displays the selected items I would recommend to you. The upgrade is normally painless except Flash 10 does not work with the 64-bit version of Internet Explore (IE7) on Windows

How to Naturally Raise Your HDL (Good Cholesterol)?

2009-01-04T18:04:00.001-08:00

As discussed in my previous post "Does Food Matter with Your Cholesterol Level?" the total cholesterol (TC) is calculated using the following formula:TC = LDL + HDL + (Triglycerides/5)where:LDL refers to Low density lipoprotein or the "bad" cholesterol, because it can slowly build up in the inner walls of the arteries that feed the heart and brain.HDL refers to High density lipoprotein or the "

Celebrate 2009 New Year with PageRank 2/10

2009-01-01T18:32:00.000-08:00

I wish all of you had a wonderful holiday break. It's still not too late to enjoy the quiet and peaceful time with your family over the next couple of days, before you head back to the office and the schools start.First of all... a good news and a great gift I'd like to share with all of you. The parent blog of Fishtarian, Project BKO: Online Business Incomes is currently ranked 2 out of 10 by

Recipe: Misoyaki Grilled Fish

2008-12-31T11:49:00.000-08:00

Many of us have enjoyed Miso soup (味噌汁) at Japanese restaurants. The soup is simple and light in contrast to clam chowder, yet its taste is so rich. While sipping the Miso soup, you wonder what makes the soup so special that all Japanese restaurants serve Miso soup to their dear customers. The short paragraph from Wikipedia about Miso provides us some insight into its primary secret ingredient -

Easy Ways to Get More Fiber in Your Diet

2008-12-10T22:01:00.000-08:00

(NewsUSA) - "Eat fiber." You've probably heard this advice. But if you're like most Americans, your diet still falls short. Experts recommend eating 25 to 30 grams of fiber each day, but most Americans eat only around 10 grams. Numerous studies say that diets high in fiber, or the indigestible part of plants, provide health benefits. Fiber promotes normal digestion and naturally prevents

The Truth About The Baby Carrots Washed In Chlorine

2008-12-03T11:11:00.000-08:00

[Updated 12/11/08]Some of you may have received an email that warns against use of chlorine during the process of baby carrots and wondered what to do about it. If you have not seen the email, I've included the one forwarded by a reader of Fishtarian below for your reference.The following is information from a farmer who grows and packages carrots for IGA, METRO, LOBLAWS, etc.The small cocktail (

How To Make Oreo Turkey Cookies For Thanksgiving Dinner

2008-11-25T20:28:00.000-08:00

Are you ready for your Thanksgiving dinner? Better make sure you have the turkey in your final checklist. How about cookies? It's still not too late to bring more treats and add fun to the party. I'll show you how to make some last minute turkey cookies for your Thanksgiving dinner. Even if you don't have time to get it done before the party, do not worry -- delegate it to your kids. I can assure

How does Food Impact Your Cholesterol Levels?

2008-11-20T11:34:00.000-08:00

[Updated 1/6/09]People are now more conscious about what they eat these days for various reasons. Some are concerned of their weight and keep track of the calories of every meal. Others avoid sugar-rich food due to the concern of diabetes. But, how does the food affect your total cholesterol value and eventually your heart health? Or, does it at all?The term "total cholesterol value" (TC) is

Are You At Risk Of A Heart Attack?

2008-11-10T11:56:00.000-08:00

I recently read an article from washingtonpost.com that discussed new findings from a study regarding a simple test to detect who are at risk for a heart attack and how to lower the risk. The study was presented by Paul M. Ridker of the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, who presented the findings yesterday at a meeting of the American Heart Association in New Orleans. For your convenience,

Fish: The Best Source of Proteins

2008-11-09T12:03:00.000-08:00

Many of us already know the importance of proteins to our body. Proteins play a crucial role in the membrane to ensure our body cells can live as efficiently and effectively as possible. Today in our modern world, we have abundant sources of proteins to choose from. They come from animal meats, such as, beef, pork, chicken, fishes, and etc. They are also available from vegetables, such as, beans

A Lesson Learned From My Father

2008-11-04T21:50:00.000-08:00

At age of 60, my dad had undergone two coronary bypass surgeries. Watching him suffering from his heart problems, I decided to find a way to live a healthy life.The problems with my dad's heart disease had several folds. The biggest problem was his inability to manage his diet. Even after his second heart surgery, he continued having red meat despite warnings from his doctor. His diet tended to

What is "Fishtarian" about?

2008-11-04T15:53:00.001-08:00

Fishtarians typically refer to people who primarily consume fishes and no red meats. Like vegetarians, fishtarians also likes vegetables. But, that is not all about fishtarian."Fishtarian" is also about a strong belief in being healthy as well as a proactive lifestyle to stay healthy.I don't think anyone would disagree that health is the most valuable thing in our lives. Not money, not career. We