snakeblitz33
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Originally Posted by Bang Guy http:///t/392620/diy-home-made-foods-post-them-up#post_3487752
Do you have some info on the fatty liver disease? I had thought that was caused by the wrong fats (feeding goldfish) not too much fat.
Wittenrich, Matthew L., "The Complete Illustrated Breeder's Guide to Marine Aquarium Fishes," 2007, pages 77, 78, 83, 86.
"Adult fishes typically require 25 to 50 percent protein in their diets. (Too much protein in the diet is wasted, as protein cannot be stored and excess is secreted.)" (I just thought I would add this in there.)
"Carbohydrates and fats, while not required in high amounts to sustain physiological activity, are associated with foods high in vitamins and minerals and thus find their way into the fish's diet. When ingested to excess, these elements are stored as deposited fat. Too much deposited fat, however, can lead to severe disorders that stress the fish, reducing reproductive capabilities and over time causing degeneration of internal organs such as the liver. Fat deposits can build up in unhealthy proportions and eventually fill the body cavity putting much pressure on internal organs." (Wittenrich 77)
"Lipid requirements have been analyzed for many marine species raised for human consumption. Generalized lipid requirements range from 10 to 20 percent of the total diet for larval marine fishes, while adults require roughly half the amount of larvae and juveniles. Together with protein, lipid intake represents a highly essential component of the conditioning diet. However, the balance of proteins and lipids must not be ignored. A diet containing too much lipid material will dampen the appetite of the fish as their caloric requirements are too quickly met. If this occurs, the fish will not ingest adequate protein for proper growth." (Wittenrich 77, 78)
"Squid is an excellent addition to the diet as it contains high levels of lipids. When squid is fed in excess, however, fish develop fatty livers and appear swollen, ruining any potential to spawn." (Wittenrich 83)
"A diet containing only raw seafoods has been linked to thiamin deficiencies in marine fishes. It is important to offer a diversity of foods to ensure proper nutrition." (Wittenrich 83)
"Many aquarists often add cod liver oil as a source of lipids. If squid is added to the diet, cod liver oil should not be used. Squid should never account for more than 25 percent of the total weight, as an excess of squid often leads to dietary disfunctions." (Wittenrich 86)
Originally Posted by Bang Guy http:///t/392620/diy-home-made-foods-post-them-up#post_3487752
Do you have some info on the fatty liver disease? I had thought that was caused by the wrong fats (feeding goldfish) not too much fat.
Wittenrich, Matthew L., "The Complete Illustrated Breeder's Guide to Marine Aquarium Fishes," 2007, pages 77, 78, 83, 86.
"Adult fishes typically require 25 to 50 percent protein in their diets. (Too much protein in the diet is wasted, as protein cannot be stored and excess is secreted.)" (I just thought I would add this in there.)
"Carbohydrates and fats, while not required in high amounts to sustain physiological activity, are associated with foods high in vitamins and minerals and thus find their way into the fish's diet. When ingested to excess, these elements are stored as deposited fat. Too much deposited fat, however, can lead to severe disorders that stress the fish, reducing reproductive capabilities and over time causing degeneration of internal organs such as the liver. Fat deposits can build up in unhealthy proportions and eventually fill the body cavity putting much pressure on internal organs." (Wittenrich 77)
"Lipid requirements have been analyzed for many marine species raised for human consumption. Generalized lipid requirements range from 10 to 20 percent of the total diet for larval marine fishes, while adults require roughly half the amount of larvae and juveniles. Together with protein, lipid intake represents a highly essential component of the conditioning diet. However, the balance of proteins and lipids must not be ignored. A diet containing too much lipid material will dampen the appetite of the fish as their caloric requirements are too quickly met. If this occurs, the fish will not ingest adequate protein for proper growth." (Wittenrich 77, 78)
"Squid is an excellent addition to the diet as it contains high levels of lipids. When squid is fed in excess, however, fish develop fatty livers and appear swollen, ruining any potential to spawn." (Wittenrich 83)
"A diet containing only raw seafoods has been linked to thiamin deficiencies in marine fishes. It is important to offer a diversity of foods to ensure proper nutrition." (Wittenrich 83)
"Many aquarists often add cod liver oil as a source of lipids. If squid is added to the diet, cod liver oil should not be used. Squid should never account for more than 25 percent of the total weight, as an excess of squid often leads to dietary disfunctions." (Wittenrich 86)
