Can You Eat Rockfish While Pregnant?

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⚠️ Caution
Moderate mercury Pacific fish (0.180 ppm); FDA classifies as a 'Good Choice' at 1 serving per week.
📋 Conditions

Safe when limited to 1 serving per week

🌡 Mercury Level

0.18 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
  • ✅ cod
  • ✅ tilapia
📏 Serving Note

1 serving per week

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat rockfish while pregnant?
Yes, but with precautions. Safe when limited to 1 serving per week.
How much rockfish can I safely eat while pregnant?
The recommended amount is 1 serving per week.
What are safer alternatives to rockfish during pregnancy?
Consider these pregnancy-safe alternatives: cod, tilapia.
Is rockfish safe in all trimesters of pregnancy?
The same precautions apply in all trimesters. First-trimester nausea may affect your tolerance, so adjust as needed.