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Because of mercury content, how often can different types fish be eaten? is it the same for fresh vs. canned?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Fish mercury: Here is a link to a good guide, basically big fish has higher content than small fish, sardines are good, tuna is bad. http://www.nrdc.org/health/effects/mercury/guide.asp.

Dr Baez and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/30/2013

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A member asked:

Because of mercury content, how often can different types fish be eaten? is it the same for fresh vs. canned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Dr Baez and another doctor agreed

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