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Pregnancy and fish: What's safe to eat?
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What are the pros and cons of eating seafood during pregnancy?
How much seafood is recommended?
What's safe to eat?
Are there other guidelines for seafood during pregnancy?
Are there other ways to get omega-3 fatty acids?
How much seafood is recommended?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that pregnant women eat at least 8 ounces and up to 12 ounces (340 grams) of a variety of seafood lower in mercury a week. That's about two to three servings.