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The Truth about Fish and Mercury
, 10 28th, 2009
By now you are probably familiar with the dangers and concerns surrounding mercury poisoning. In the last few decades there has been a concerted effort to eliminate mercury from household items such as thermometers and cosmetics. Despite these efforts, there is still worry over mercury poisoning, and most people consider fish to be one of the main risks today.
All fish store some amount of mercury in their bodies, which is absorbed from the surrounding water. Big, predatory fish like mackerel, shark and swordfish, have higher mercury levels from consuming other mercury-laden fish who are lower on the food chain. Because mercury accumulates throughout their lives, these fish can have astronomical mercury levels by the time they reach your table. Although mercury is present in virtually all fish, many have a negligible amount and are safe to eat.
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