Can You Eat Striped Bass While Pregnant?

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⚠️ Caution
Moderate mercury (0.219 ppm); freshwater-caught may also have PCB contamination. Check local advisories.
📋 Conditions

Safe when limited to 1 serving per week

🌡 Mercury Level

0.219 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
  • ✅ salmon
  • ✅ trout
📏 Serving Note

1 serving per week

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