Pregnancy Diary

Actually, there are benefits and risks to eating fish. Eating fish is good for your heart, but eating certain types of fish can be harmful.

Fish and shellfish are an important part of a healthy diet. They contain high-quality protein, other essential nutrients, and omega-3 fatty acids, and fish are low in saturated fat. A well-balanced diet that includes a variety of fish and shellfish can contribute to a healthy heart and to healthy, well-developed children. But nearly all fish and shellfish contain traces of methylmercury, that can be harmful, especially to unborn babies and young children whose nervous systems are still developing. The risks depend on the amount of fish and shellfish eaten and the levels of mercury in the seafood.

Women who may become pregnant, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young children should avoid the types of fish and shellfish with higher levels of mercury and eat only those that have lower levels.

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