Let’s take a moment and wonder at the beauty of the human body. It is a fantastic puzzle of organs and tissues, veins and arteries, nerves and glands that all fit together to construct a human being. A healthy body and vibrant mind allow us to reach our full potential in life – a path…
The Vibrant Oceans Initiative Sparks an International Effort to Reform Fisheries
“If we are going to carry on growing, and we will, because no country is going to forfeit its right to economic growth, we have to find a way of doing it sustainably.” – Tony Blair Our world is built around money. It’s a simple fact of modern society. We need money to eat, for…
Rising Interest in Seafood – Ethically Conscious Consumers are Making Sustainable Choices
For any business, it is vital to understand which qualities of a product shine in the eyes of the customer. In the seafood industry, we strive to provide the healthiest, safest, and freshest options – these things are highly appealing to seafood connoisseurs. Now, more than ever, the informed consumer is seeking out higher criteria…
Love a Shark Today – White Sharks Are Essential for Keeping Our Marine Ecosystems in Balance
On this special Friday we are celebrating love. We will spend it appreciating our significant others, our friends and family, and ourselves. On this Valentines Day, I find myself thinking about all the creatures who deserve our love, but don’t often receive it. At the forefront of my thoughts, due to recent world events, is…
Working Each Day to Keep Tahoe Blue: Limnologist Katie Webb Explains the Threats Facing the Unique Ecology of Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is one of California’s greatest natural treasures. It is a beauty to behold, with forested mountains surrounding the deep blue shimmering surface. It is famous for many recreational activities- snowboarding, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing, and sunbathing. But the clear blue waters of Tahoe are in trouble. Invasive species, climate change, and…
Seafood for Smiles – Say Goodbye to Periodontal Disease by Eating More Fish
“What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but scattered along life’s pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.” ― Joseph Addison Smiles are one of humanity’s greatest free treasures. Just the act of making ourselves smile can change our mood, lower blood pressure, relieve stress, release…
Seafood Seal of Approval – Eco-labels Increase Consumer Confidence And Help Support Sustainable Fishing Industries
An eco-conscious, healthful consumer is faced with a confusing myriad of options at the seafood market and at restaurants. We want to make the choices that are not only good for our bodies, but help protect the amazing natural resources of the oceans. But how are we to trust that what we buy meets these…
The Choices of Consumers Can Create Positive Change for the Seafood Industry in Bangladesh and the World
“It is anti-development. People who are living in areas where shrimp is being cultivated are being completely devoid of their livelihoods, of their lives… there is so much violence. It’s a system that’s totally non-sustainable, and just to provide some food for people to be able to eat cheaply …. in the consumer countries. How…
Injustice in Bangladesh’s Shrimp Farming Industry
“It’s outrageous that an industry generating such high levels of export revenue is failing to uphold the basic human rights of the workers that produce its products. Consumers in Europe and the US should be aware of the hidden cost to the impossibly cheap shrimp we consume that involves the brutal treatment of workers. In…
Eat Fish for Healthy Eyes – Regular Consumption of Omega-3 Rich Fish Prevents Macular Degeneration
Our eyes are complex and intricate organs. They are perfect little orbs of blood vessels, nerve pathways, fine-tuned muscles, cones and rods, vitreous and aqueous humor among many other components. The eye is a truly amazing structure, yet we tend to take them for granted. Health conscious people go to great measures to protect the…