Question 1

pregnant and going to pf changs. can i eat crab wontons?

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Yes: Probably not the lowest calorie option but yes you  can eat this while pregnant.

Question 2

can 5 months pregnant ladies eat crab?

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Yes: Two 8-12 ounce servings of crab a week should be fine.  The concern would be mercury exposure, which should be low with most shellfish.

Question 3

why can't pregnant women eat crab?

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Mercury: Crabs and other shellfish are scavengers.  They tend to eat dead fish that drop to the bottom.  The fish that died had acquired a lifetime of heavy metals and is now eaten by the shellfish.  This tends to concentrate heavy metals in the shellfish.  The most worrisome heavy metal is Mercury.    For this reason, it is recommended that you limit your intake during pregnancy.  Best wishes!

Question 4

how much imitation crab meat in sushi is ok to eat while pregnant?

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Sushi &amp; pregnancy.: Sushi should be avoided during pregnancy for two reasons.  (1) risk of bacterial infection complicating the pregnancy.  (2) risk of exposure to mercury complicating the pregnancy.  Certainly not worth the risk during pregnancy.  Cooked sushi or vegetable-only sushi should be fine, but then we'd worry about the person making the sushi having washed his hands after handling raw fish.

Question 5

can pregnant women eat crab legs?

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Crabs are fine, must: Be cooked . Their mercury level is low. Avoid any shellfish that are raw or undercooked. Do not eat any shellfish harvested during a red tide or when there are similar algae problems. Avoid any fish or shellfish that are obtained from areas near industrial pollution. Avoid smoked seafood. Avoid mecury.

Question 6

can you eat crab legs at 10 weeks of pregnancy?

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Crab legs: As long as you do not over indulge it should be fine. Enjoy

Question 7

is it okay to eat crab legs during pregnancy? i'm 6 months 1 week and craving crab legs

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Go for it!: No problem, go for it, it's better than an ice cream craving during pregnancy and healthier.

Question 8

can pregnant women eat crab legs and clams/muscles?

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Well...: Avoid any shellfish that are raw or undercooked. Do not eat any shellfish harvested during a red tide or when there are similar algae problems. Avoid any fish or shellfish that are obtained from areas near industrial pollution. Avoid smoked seafood. Avoid mecury. Fish with very high potential mercury levels: shark, swordfish, marlin & king mackerel, big eye & ahi tuna & orange roughy. & tilefish.

Question 9

how much crab meat is too much during pregnancy?

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Doubt it's been stud: I strongly doubt it's been studied scientifically, but like anything else (particularly during pregnancy) moderation is the key. Don't do anything that could endanger your fetus, because you only get one chance with no "do-overs". After delivery you can go hog (or crab meat) wild.

Question 10

can eating crab legs during a pregnancy hurt the baby?

Accepted Answer

Not in general: I imagine you are concerned about mercury levels in fish.  In general mild consumption of sa;t water. Fresh water and shell fish is fine.  Make sure its fresh and cooked properly as improperly cooked shellfish may cause infection issues.

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