Are oysters funny?

What did one oyster say to the other about people giving pearls as gifts? Any guesses? The first oyster said that humans may as well just give a kidney stone as a gift, since pearls are just a pain in the gullet.

Seriously though, if you enjoy eating Gulf oystersyou'll want to get you facts straight before partaking, it's no laughing matter.

First, consumption of raw or undercooked oysters by at-risk individuals may cause serious illness or even death from Vibrio vulnificus bacteria. If you have liver disease, diabetes or a weak immune system, you should avoid raw oysters.

Second, oysters also provide a low calorie protein that are an excellent source of zinc, vitamin B-12, and omega-3 fatty acids.

So in moderation, an oyster may be just what you're looking for. But make sure you can handle them. Head over to Be Oyster Aware if you have any unanswered questions about eating raw oysters or the risk involved.

-Enjoy