Can You Eat Kippered Herring While Pregnant?
🐟 Seafood
Caution
Low mercury herring but may be cold-smoked; heat until steaming before eating during pregnancy.
📋 Conditions
Safe when heated to steaming (165°F/74°C)
🌡 Mercury Level
0.078 ppm - Low
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
- ✅ canned sardines
- ✅ canned salmon
📏 Serving Note
2-3 servings per week if heated
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat kippered herring while pregnant?
Yes, but with precautions. Safe when heated to steaming (165°F/74°C).
How much kippered herring can I safely eat while pregnant?
The recommended amount is 2-3 servings per week if heated.
What are safer alternatives to kippered herring during pregnancy?
Consider these pregnancy-safe alternatives: canned sardines, canned salmon.
Is kippered herring safe in all trimesters of pregnancy?
The same precautions apply in all trimesters. First-trimester nausea may affect your tolerance, so adjust as needed.