Can You Eat Pike While Pregnant?
🐟 Seafood
Caution
Predatory freshwater fish with moderate mercury (~0.300 ppm); check local consumption advisories.
📋 Conditions
Safe when limited to 1 serving per week; check local advisories
🌡 Mercury Level
0.3 ppm - High
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
- ✅ trout
- ✅ perch
- ✅ walleye
📏 Serving Note
1 serving per week
🐟 Related Seafood
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat pike while pregnant?
Yes, but with precautions. Safe when limited to 1 serving per week; check local advisories.
How much pike can I safely eat while pregnant?
The recommended amount is 1 serving per week.
What are safer alternatives to pike during pregnancy?
Consider these pregnancy-safe alternatives: trout, perch, walleye.
Is pike safe in all trimesters of pregnancy?
The same precautions apply in all trimesters. First-trimester nausea may affect your tolerance, so adjust as needed.