Can You Eat Carp While Pregnant?
🐟 Seafood
Caution
Moderate mercury freshwater fish (0.110 ppm); FDA classifies as a 'Good Choice'.
📋 Conditions
Safe when limited to 1 serving per week
🌡 Mercury Level
0.11 ppm - Moderate
The FDA recommends pregnant women eat 2-3 servings of low-mercury fish per week. Fish with mercury levels below 0.1 ppm are considered low mercury. Above 0.3 ppm is considered high.
✅ Safe Alternatives
- ✅ tilapia
- ✅ trout
📏 Serving Note
1 serving per week
🐟 Related Seafood
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat carp while pregnant?
Yes, but with precautions. Safe when limited to 1 serving per week.
How much carp can I safely eat while pregnant?
The recommended amount is 1 serving per week.
What are safer alternatives to carp during pregnancy?
Consider these pregnancy-safe alternatives: tilapia, trout.
Is carp safe in all trimesters of pregnancy?
The same precautions apply in all trimesters. First-trimester nausea may affect your tolerance, so adjust as needed.