Whether you’re fishing, buying fish at the market or even just ordering fish at a restaurant, you need to know about ciguatera poisoning. I thought I knew about it, but when friends contracted it, I discovered that there was a lot I didn’t know . . . and it has made us far more cautious!
Listen in for what you need to know — what ciguatera really is, what fish are affected, and when to seek medical help.
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Grant Crowson says
Good information – thanks
Martin Henry says
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Pamela Dakin Harwood says
This scares me. We will definitely carry remedies aboard for early intervention while seeking medical help.
Sherri Jo McLemore says
Dang.
The Boat Galley says
Yeah. We don’t eat nearly as much fish as we used to.
James Jaworski says
I had this 30 years ago, thought I was going to die .
S/V Wanderlust says
Such an important and mysterious topic! Thanks for posting!
Tandi Wall says
I have had Ciguatera Toxin for 19 years eating barracuda. I was asked by a server on my honeymoon. It is a horrible thing to get. This is very informative and I personally thank you.