• Low fish consumption was also strongly correlated with poor motor skills, troublesome behavior, poor communication skills and lower social status.
• The socioeconomic standing of the mother and family were taken into account so that the ability to afford more fish in the diet did not bias the results.
• Health experts warn against pregnant women eating certain types of fish -- such as tuna -- due to latent mercury content.
• The health benefits of fish consumption are believed to be due to the omega-3 fatty acid content of oily fish.
• Quote: "This idea of fish being toxic has been around for a long time but this study seems to be saying that is a minor problem compared with the benefits you get from fish." - Professor Robert Grimble, professor of nutrition at the University of Southampton
• The mercury content of fish can be largely nullified by taking chlorella (a superfood supplement) or eating cilantro (a common culinary herb) during the meal that fish is consumed.
• Mercury is found in fish because industrialized nations continue to pollute the environment with mercury from dental fillings ("silver" fillings) and coal-fired power plants. Mercury fillings introduce over 300 metric tons of mercury into the environment each year.
• In the U.S., the FDA warns women about the health hazards of excess mercury consumption, but fails to inform the public of the tremendous health benefits of oily fish.
• Great nutrition during pregnancy creates smarter kids with healthier nervous systems and better language skills, which leads to greater social success and career success.
• Quote: "Expectant mothers should eat more oily fish and boost their intake of fatty acids like DHA, which are available in nutritional supplements." - Mike Adams, author of The 7 Laws of Nutrition.
• Metal Magic cilantro / chlorella tincture from Baseline Nutritionals blocks the absorption of the majority of mercury found in fish.
• Activated charcoal supplements can also protect against mercury in food sources.
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