Emperor Saint-Pierre : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰
Risk
Listeriosis
Information
The question of whether you can eat from the Emperor Saint-Pierre (or Angel Fish) during pregnancy is quite complicated. Experts agree that you can eat it, but with certain precautions. First of all, the Emperor Saint-Pierre is a source rich in nutrients and protein. It is a good source of B12 vitamins, iron, zinc, phosphorus and selenium. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids which are good for your health. However, the Emperor Saint-Pierre is also a source of mercury. Mercury is a toxic chemical and can affect the health of pregnant women and children. Therefore, it is important that you limit your consumption of Angel. Experts recommend that they do not consume more than 2 portions per week. It is also important to choose a lasting-caught old-fashioned fishing options and to keep away from varieties that are known to contain high levels of mercury. In conclusion, you can eat from the Emperor Saint-Pierre during pregnancy, but you have to do so in a responsible manner. Limit yourself to 2 portions per week and choose varieties of angeln fish caught in a lasting way.
All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.
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