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Is eating cans of sardines for a long time cause a poisoning in the mercury? if yes what's the cure ?

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Unlikely: Sardines are not a risk factor for mercury. You may consult this website for information on this topic. http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/30/dining/30fish.html?_r=0

Answered 2/4/2015

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