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Tuna is awash in helpful nutrients like iron and omega-3 fatty acids—not to mention delicious in sushi, salads, and ...
Tuna is a nutritious and protein-rich saltwater fish that may contain high levels of mercury. As a result, regular tuna consumption may lead to health issues. Mercury contamination in fish ...
Awareness surrounding mercury pollution and its effects on both wildlife and humans is spreading. Recent studies suggest ...
Seafood has long been celebrated for its health benefits, from high-quality protein to Omega-3 fatty acids. However, concerns over mercury levels in fish, particularly large predatory species like ...
MDH said fish from waterbodies in the Twin Cities metro, as well as Douglas, McLeod, Martin and St. Louis Counties show the ...
Although she knows it's full of nutrients -- including good-for-your-heart omega-3 fatty acids -- she's careful of the types of fish she brings home. Her concern? Mercury and the dangers it poses ...
Mercury is a dangerous neurotoxin that bioaccumulates in aquatic and terrestrial food sources. Fish-eating animals are at highest risk of contamination. Chronic exposure affects reproduction and can ...
(Learn how mercury gets into fish.) Though the agencies say consumers should seek out fish that are low in mercury, almost all seafood contains the toxin in varying amounts, and getting too much ...
Lake Carlos — fish consumption should be limited to one serving of northern pike per month for the general population, which includes those not planning to become pregnant, and men and boys older than ...
The Minnesota Department of Health has updated fish consumption guidelines, reducing the recommended consumption of fish ...
Research conducted by Rutgers University on seemingly untouched polar regions has uncovered the presence of mercury pollution ...