The latest CDC statistics on Cardiovascular disease are rather grim; With an alarming number of approximately 659,000 people dying each year in the US alone, CVD is not to be taken lightly. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death not only in the US, but also worldwide. Previous studies have shown that eating more seafood was associated with a reduction in all causes and CVD-related mortality. Seafood is known to contain the following: heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fats Iron Iodine (during pregnancy) Choline Based on information published by the FDA, Choline, for example, supports the development of the baby’s spinal cord. The iron and zinc found in fish help to support children’s immune systems. Protein, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium are also other sources of nutrients derived from fish. Nonetheless, many people choose to limit their seafood consumption because of fear of mercury exposure from seafood. Most Common Way People Are Exposed ...
The latest CDC statistics on Cardiovascular disease are rather grim; With an alarming number of approximately 659,000 people dying each year in the US alone, CVD is not to be taken lightly.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death not only in the US, but also worldwide. Previous studies have shown that eating more seafood was associated with a reduction in all causes and CVD-related mortality.
Seafood is known to contain the following:
- heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fats
- Iron
- Iodine (during pregnancy)
- Choline
Most Common Way People Are Exposed to Mercury
According to EPA experts, the most common way people are usually exposed to methylmercury is when they eat certain kinds of fish and shellfish that have high levels of methylmercury in their tissues.
It’s believed that almost everyone has at least small amounts of methylmercury in their bodies, reflecting the widespread presence of mercury in the environment.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data show that most people’s blood mercury levels are below levels associated with possible health effects. Methylmercury, however, is a strong neurotoxin, and people exposed to high levels may experience negative health effects.
Possible symptoms of methylmercury poisoning, according to the experts, may include:
- Loss of peripheral vision
- "Pins and needles" feelings, usually in the hands, feet, and around the mouth
- Lack of coordination of movements
- Impairment of speech, hearing, walking; and/or Muscle weakness
Pregnant mothers can expose Infants in the womb to methylmercury if they eat fish and shellfish that contain methylmercury. This exposure can negatively affect the unborn infants' growing brains and nervous systems.
Methylmercury exposure by pregnant mothers can adversely impact children's cognitive thinking, memory, attention, language, fine motor skills, and visual-spatial skills.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend eating fish as part of a healthy eating pattern.
The following are the recommended guidelines:
- At least 8 ounces of seafood (less for children) per week based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consume between 8 and 12 ounces per week of a variety of seafood from choices that are lower in mercury.
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