Crab is a crustacean, the distinctive characteristic of which is its sideways walk. And, because it has five pairs of walking legs, it is called a decapod. Crab as food is cheaper than lobster, but it is as tasty. There are over 4,000 varieties of crabs, but not all of...

Scallops are bivalve mollusks, but unlike other bivalve mollusks such as oysters and mussels, they are not able to completely close their shells. Another ability they possess that other bivalve mollusks do not have is swimming. What they do is clap their shells rapidly, moving a jet of water past...

Coley belongs to the cod family. Although it is often confused with pollock, certain characteristics differentiate it from the other fish species. Its back is typically dark green to black in colour, while its belly is white to silver. Coley has smaller eyes than pollock. And, while the lower jaw...

Experts themselves recommend that you eat at least two servings of fish per week -- that’s if your goal is a healthy lifestyle. Fish is packed with nutrients -- vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, you name it. It is also a great source of protein and is very low in...

Fish and seafood are no doubt a joy to have on your plate. Besides being very palatable, they are healthy, too. In fact, experts recommend that you consume two servings of fish a week. So what are the healthiest fish and seafood? Here are some of them: Salmon There are...

Maintaining healthy weight surely has its benefits. You will look better which will then make you feel good about yourself. Of course, it can help you stay healthy as overweight and obesity is associated with a host of health problems, including diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease. When you are...

Research has highlighted links between a lack of Omega-3 fatty acids in a diet and a higher risk of depression. Countries with a fish-rich diet such as Japan have unusually low rates of seasonal affective disorder, where sufferers experience symptoms of depression in the winter months. Other studies have shown...

As with almost any seafood, squid is packed with nutrients. It contains various minerals, including copper, selenium, and zinc. Because it has plenty of copper, consuming it can help your body absorb, store, and metabolise iron and promote the formation of red blood cells. If you have arthritis, then you...

Low in calories and high in protein, lemon sole may well help you manage your weight. It is also low in fat; too much fat in your diet can make you more prone to developing a host of diseases, including heart disease. It can also provide you with B vitamins,...