Fish

Everyone knows that eating fish is good for you (Omega 3's have been the hot thing for years, preventing everything from memory loss to cancer). But did you know that your pet fish is just as good for you?

Recent studies suggest that watching fish swim lowers your blood pressure, calms anxiety and relieves muscle tension. And there have been numerous studies on the benefits of pet ownership - caring for another creature makes you happier and more responsible.

So, if your apartment doesn't allow cats and dogs or you're allergic to fur consider getting a fish instead - think of all the benefits!

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Kauzet Kauzet May 26, 2007, 10:16am EDT

Fish the best wild thing when I know it...

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Debra H. May 26, 2007, 10:28am EDT

I didn't know that and I love to watch fish in aquariums they are fascinating.

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Wilma M. May 26, 2007, 8:53pm EDT

For a minute after the first paragraph, I thought you were going to have us EATING our pet fish instead of buying fish oil capsules! I was greatly relieved to hear we didn't have to eat Nemo.

I can believe that it is soothing. My brother has a huge tank (about a mile long) in his living room and I could sit there all night and watch it.

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Jack C. May 28, 2007, 8:08am EDT

In some parts of the world ANY fish is considered a legitimate food item. My brother's GF lives in the Chineese ethnic community in Queens, New York City. They eat fresh caught fish which can be bought for one $ each. Species not identified. I don't know her well enough to ask if they have a recipe for goldfish tho.

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michele b. May 29, 2007, 10:14am EDT

We have had a 75 gallon tank in our home for the past 4 years and having fish is definitely a great stress reducer. It can be an excellent sleep aid as well if you're having trouble sleeping, turn all lights off but the tank, get comfy and watch the fish swim. Imagine floating along with them, that can help you relax. Don't think of anything except how wonderful it would feel to be floating along in the warm water, not a care in the world. I have woken up the next day feeling very refreshed and ready to face the challenges of being a disabled mother with four sons. I rarely have trouble sleeping since I got into the habit of watching my fish at night. Try it, it's better than pills to help you sleep.

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Cindi P. May 29, 2007, 3:26pm EDT

I always knew they were cool, but healthy?!?! How cool is that!?!!
Thanks !
I hope to get a freshwater tank this summer, i have a20gal freshwater tank already.

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J W. Dec 28, 2007, 1:56am EST

I like fish but I prefer dogs

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Erica Hidvegi Oct 15, 2008, 7:26pm EDT

These wonderful creatutres of salt and freshwater paradises have been known to carry 'therapuetic nuance' for some time now and it is good to know you weren't talking about eating them goldfish or betas or even angelfish ! just watching them . . . hee hee good post! ooops share . . .

Adventures of a Fish

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