Catfish is one of the favorite foods in Indonesia. Apart from being cheap, the taste is also very good. However, there are some people who are afraid to enjoy the cuisine of these freshwater fish. They assume that catfish causes cancer and other diseases. But is the assumption that catfish contains cancer true? Here is the explanation. Catfish Habitat and Life In its natural life, catfish is a species known for its toughness and durability. This animal has an additional respiratory organ called a labyrinth. With the labyrinth in its body, catfish can live in all kinds of conditions. Even in murky and polluted waters, catfish can still survive. Catfish are indeed very adaptable and fast-growing animals. Compared to other types, catfish also includes fish whose body development level is quite rapid. In just tens of days, the size and weight of his body can increase several times. In addition, catfish can also consume any type of food. Even when hungry, these murmuring animals also want to eat other animal waste, including waste that contains dangerous toxins. Therefore, it is not surprising that the animal, which in English is called the catfish, is often seen as the dirtiest fish based on its character and lifestyle. This is what then led to the interpretation if catfish causes cancer or in other words catfish contains cancer. Research Results Prove On the other hand as reported, when used indiscriminately antibiotics will cause germ immunity or resistance. In America, this case continues to increase because antibiotics are often found in farmed fish. According to research conducted by Arizona State University, one type of cultured fish that contains high levels of antibiotics is catfish, which is often purchased and consumed by the public. If antibiotics are consumed more often, the result is that the bacteria that attack the human body are getting stronger. Bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi are able to withstand antibiotics so that the treatment system will not be able to cure disease attacks. Differences in Catfish Cultivation in Indonesia and Other Countries Meanwhile, in Indonesia itself, breeders often breed and raise catfish in ponds or ponds. The pool is always kept free from pollution and far from the center of waste disposal. The food provided is also a special food for catfish. So it is still safe for consumption and will not cause health problems. This condition is much different from the case that occurred in China some time ago. At that time, there were various complaints from the people of Hainan Province who experienced health problems after consuming catfish. After investigating, it turned out that the source of this problem lies in the management and system of catfish farming. The pond used to raise the fish is filled with garbage with a very high mercury content. In addition, it is located adjacent to the pig and chicken coop. Moreover, the pool was never cleaned at all. A similar case also occurs in African Nigeria. As the release issued, most of the catfish consumed by the people of the country is taken from the river. Though the rivers are full of waste, dirt and pollution. The result of consuming catfish is the occurrence of cancer. In addition, other problems often arise, such as obesity or overweight and dirty blood. Dirty blood flow will cause more serious problems in the body such as kidney and heart disease. The emergence of this case also makes people increasingly believe that catfish contains cancer and tumors. Catfish Processing System One of the most popular ways to cook catfish is by frying. Many do not know that the wrong frying technique can cause the catfish consumed to be a source of disease and most importantly cancer. The most fatal mistake that often occurs is in the use of the oil. The oil used for frying catfish must be free of cholesterol and other harmful substances. Even though the fish is cultivated in the right way and cleaned before cooking, when the frying oil is not healthy, it can still cause disease. From here, of course, we understand that the source of the disease does not come from the catfish itself but the oil. In essence, between catfish and cancer actually have no relationship at all. Conclusions Obtained So in conclusion, if it is maintained in the right way and the pond is always clean and free from pollution, catfish is still safe for consumption. Likewise, the processing system must be washed thoroughly before cooking. Several types of bacteria that are often found in the body of catfish are salmonella, shigella, to ecoli. The presence of these bacteria is what makes catfish the cause of cancer and tumors. But when treated with the right heat, we can be sure the bacteria will die by themselves.