Found in freshwater lakes, ponds, rivers and streams across North America, bass are among the most widely pursued game fish. Bass are known for striking your bait or lure with an aggressive force making bass fishing an exciting sport.

Although not as high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids as some saltwater fish, freshwater fish are a nutritious choice for lunch or dinner. Most freshwater fish are low in fat and high in protein. One serving of most freshwater fish provides more than 30 percent of the dietary reference intake of protein for adults.

Fishermen commonly use bait to lure a fish into biting their hook. Not all bait is created equal, however, and there are many kinds.

A spinning reel hangs on the bottom of the rod and the axis of the spool is aligned with the rod. These are sometimes referred to as "open face" spinning reels. Most spincast reels sit on top of the rod but are enclosed(closed face)...the line comes out the front through a small opening.

You might have heard that omega-3 fatty acids are a very healthy component of diet, especially during pregnancy. Not only are they anti-inflammatory, meaning that they can help reduce your risk of heart disease and other inflammatory conditions, but they also foster fetal brain development.

Add fish to your weekly menu plan to add variety, flavor and healthy nutrients. According to the USDA, including fish in your diet one to two times a week can increase your intake of healthy fats, like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. The USDA recommends fatty fish such as salmon, trout and herring most often.

EPA and DHA are two types of omega-3 fatty acids which can be created by the body in small amounts from ALA, another omega-3 fat. However, to obtain sufficient amounts, consuming them through diet or supplements is often necessary.

Diabetes is a disease that affects your body's ability to properly use and store sugars from the foods you eat. Your body either does not make or does not respond to insulin, which is the chemical that causes glucose to be removed from your blood after a meal.

Almost 7 million Americans suffer from a fish allergy, according to the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network. A skin rash resulting from touching or eating salmon fish oil is a sign of an allergic reaction to the proteins found in salmon.

Small red bumps in and around your mouth are the sign of a disease known as Herpes Labials. These bumps are commonly known as cold sores. Herpes is an extremely common infectious condition.

According to the Monterey Bay Aquarium seafood watch, wild-caught Alaskan salmon is a sustainable food option, or a "best choice" for your health as well as the environment. Lower in saturated fat than beef, salmon is a heart-healthy fish.

Salmon is a family of migratory fish species found along the North Atlantic coast, the Pacific coast and in the Great Lakes. They are born in freshwater and can only spawn in freshwater, but between spawning seasons, those with access to oceans will migrate there.