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Fish and Mercury |
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Fish and shellfish are an important part of eating healthy. They contain protein, vitamin D, vitamin B12 and omega-3 fats. Eating fish can help reduce the risk of heart disease. It also helps children's brains and eyes to grow and develop.
However, some types of fish contain mercury — a toxin that is harmful to our bodies. Be careful and choose fish that are low in mercury if you are:
- A woman who could become pregnant, including teenage girls
- Pregnant
- Breastfeeding
- A child
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