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A member asked:

Should i eat the skin of salmon fish or any other fish in general?

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Yes: Though it may have more cholesterol and fat.

Answered 9/30/2015

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No: The skin has the highest levels of mercury and should be avoided.

Dr Seif agreed

Answered 9/30/2015

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