Any fish is rich in useful microelements, and seafood, in addition, is a source of fluoride and iodine. It is believed that saturated fatty acids, which are so abundant in sea fish, are extremely beneficial for improving the health of the body, so pregnant women should include fish in their diet. However, not all fish are suitable for this situation.
High content of vitamins and … mercury
The problem is that all seafood and saltwater fish contain small amounts of mercury. In the vast majority of cases, there is so little mercury that there is no threat to health. However, some fish contain slightly more mercury, which can have a negative effect on the development of the central systems of the child.
Pregnant, lactating mothers and young children should completely eliminate large, long-lived fish such as swordfish, shark and king mackerel from their diet. Large fish like them contain significant amounts of mercury. Comparatively smaller fish and seafood can be eaten safely. Moreover, the total amount of fish should be less than three hundred and forty grams per week. The researchers found that catfish, salmon, shrimp, pollock and pale tuna have the lowest mercury content.
Like fish itself, caviar contains a wide range of minerals that are beneficial to humans. Caviar is suitable for consumption during pregnancy if it has been carefully pasteurized or cooked. In some cases, it even needs to be eaten regularly, as it increases the amount of hemoglobin. Listeria (disease-causing bacteria) can grow in unpasteurized fish roe. The same bacteria can be found in fish used for sushi. There is no evidence that this bacterium enters breast milk, but it can penetrate the placenta, therefore, it makes sense to limit the use of sushi during pregnancy.
Some scientists believe that women need to eat fish in an interesting position, since it has a beneficial effect on the development of the fetal brain. However, it is important to consume fish that is safe and low in mercury.
The human body may not respond well to fish
Certain types of fish can act as strong allergens. An allergic reaction to fish is not very common, but nursing mothers need to keep this in mind when monitoring the state of the child's body after feeding in order to minimize possible negative consequences. Pregnant women simply should not experiment with unfamiliar or exotic fish in order to avoid unpleasant consequences.
If hypothyroidism develops during pregnancy, you need to eat seafood and fish twice a week to make up for the lack of iodine.
To reduce the possible risk from eating seafood, fish, sushi and caviar, it is important to follow a number of rules. Buy fresh fish from trusted sellers and in decent stores, store in appropriate conditions, cook thoroughly. In this case, nothing will prevent you from eating varied and healthy without harm to the child.
