Question 1

why is mercury in fish on the rise?

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Likely pollutants.: Because of the chemical wastes dumped into rivers and lakes, etc. For many decades, there is more mercury in fish.  Also, there are many more fishing vessels catching more fish in the world, so there is more exposure to mercury.  Still anotyer reason is due to fish at the top of the food chain eating others and concentrating mercury in them.

Question 2

mercury in fish, what are the effects on your body?

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Neurological.: Minamata disease is the name for the effects of mercury poisoning on the body which are chiefly neurological.   These include ataxia, numbness in hands and feet, muscle weakness, narrowing of the field of vision and hearing and speech damage. In extreme cases, insanity, paralysis, coma, and death occur within weeks of the onset of symptoms. Fetuses in the womb can also be affected.

Question 3

is there a way to reduce the amount of mercury in fish?

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Can't remove mercury: Mercury increases throughout the food chain and is in largest concentrations in carnivorous fish. ('bioaccumulation')  the mercury is in the flesh of the fish and cannot be removed through any process. It is best to avoid consumption of certain species known to have high levels of mercury. See http://water.Epa.Gov/scitech/swguidance/fishshellfish/outreach/advice_index.Cfm  for more details.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: mercury in fish?

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What is says: Mercury is released into the air from industrial activities, mostly burning of coal. It is take up by marine organisms that are then eaten by fish and mercury accumulates in the top predators.
Consult this site for more info:
http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/tc/avoiding-mercury-in-fish-topic-overview#1
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 5

is mercury in fish really an issue or just leftwing conspiracy?

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Mercury...: It poisonous to the human body. Mercury levels in various foods will accumulate in the body and can cause harm. I don't know about a conspiracy but everything political seems to have some other motivations.

Question 6

should i be worried about mercury in fish if feeding my fmaily?

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Yes: We should all worry about mercury as it is a toxin. Swordfish and mackerel are two that are known to be pretty high in mercury as is tuna. So the it is best to eat these kinds of fish no more than once a week. Try and get wild caught fish as much as possible. Look for fish that are not known to be high in mercury. Salmon is still a good bet as is sea bass, snapper, trout, grouper.

Question 7

how much tuna is too much tuna in regards with the mercury in fish?

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Mercury in fish: Some fish, however, contain high amounts of mercury -- enough to damage a fetus or newborn. That is why pregnant and nursing mothers must be very careful about the amounts and types of fish they eat. Young children should also avoid eating fish high in mercury. According to the fda, pregnant women and small children (under 6) should not eat more than 2 servings of fish each week.

Question 8

mercury in fish, why is it so bad for you? should we never eat fish?

Accepted Answer

Mercury in fish: Some fish, however, contain high amounts of mercury -- enough to damage a fetus or newborn. That is why pregnant and nursing mothers must be very careful about the amounts and types of fish they eat. Young children should also avoid eating fish high in mercury. According to the fda, pregnant women and small children (under 6) should not eat more than 2 servings of fish each week.

Question 9

is there a way to remove or reduce the amount of mercury in fish at home?

Accepted Answer

Can't remove mercury: Mercury increases throughout the food chain and is in largest concentrations in carnivorous fish. ('bioaccumulation')  the mercury is in the flesh of the fish and cannot be removed through any process. It is best to avoid consumption of certain species known to have high levels of mercury. See http://water.Epa.Gov/scitech/swguidance/fishshellfish/outreach/advice_index.Cfm  for more details.

Question 10

has  there been any widespread documented health problems related to mercury in fish?

Accepted Answer

Japan: An epidemic of neurologic disorders in children in minamata, japan was traced to consumption of fish containing high levels for mercury from industrial discharge.

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