Costochondritis (kos-toe-kon-DRY-tis) is an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the breastbone (sternum).Pain caused by costochondritis might mimic that of a heart attack or other heart conditions.ostochondritis is sometimes known as chest wall pain, costosternal syndrome or costosternal chondrodynia. Sometimes, swelling accompanies the pain (Tietze syndrome). Costochondritis usually has no apparent cause.
How Much Tuna Can You Eat Safely? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that we can safely eat about 12 ounces of fish--about two average portions--per week, to help us fill up on the good things fish can offer, like Omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein, while skipping out on dietary baddies like saturated fats.
The American Heart Association recommends eating about two servings of fish per week, 6 or 7 oz. of fish, to reap the benefits of high levels of omega-3 fats. Most people should try to keep fish consumption under 12 oz.per week, or about three to four servings, to avoid mercury contamination. can of tuna contains about 5 oz. and lists 2 oz., or 1/4 cup, as an appropriate single serving size on the nutrition label. The American Dietetic Association food exchange lists calculate using 1 oz. servings of fish.