*Don’t be fooled, the type of omega-3 found in fish (EPA & DHA) is superior to the type found in plant-based foods such as flaxseed, canola oil, walnuts, etc (ALA).
Mainstream media however has managed to strike fear in people (not surprising) when it comes to fish and mercury.
Let’s clear the air.

Mercury is a toxin that can concentrate in the muscle tissue (aka protein) of fish. The larger and more predatory the fish, the more mercury it accumulates in it’s body over time.
Fish highest in mercury are: shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, marlin, orange roughy, escolar, and fresh or frozen tuna steaks and albacore canned tuna (these are also some of the biggest fish - so it makes sense).
These are the fish that people at risk (pregnant and breastfeeding women and small children) need to watch out for. Otherwise the other lower mercury fish is fair eats for everyone
Low mercury fish to enjoy regularly include:
• ‘Light’ canned Tuna (specifically labelled ‘skipjack’, ‘yellowfin’ or ‘tongol’).
• Salmon
• Cod, Haddock, Halibut
• Sole and Tilapia
• Rainbow Trout
• Blue crab, Scallop, Shrimp, Clam, Mussel, Oyster
• Anchovy, Sardines
• Perch, Bass
Got fish questions? Leave it in the comments!
- A & M, GetRealGurls Nutrition
www.getrealgurlsnutrition.com
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