Debunked 07

Remember that fun game we used to play, “two truths and a lie?” Well, we are making it easy for you and telling you only the evidence-based truth. And we promise it’ll still be fun.

MYTH: Consuming fish is not safe during your pregnancy.

Debunked: Not quite.

Fish and other foods that are rich in protein, offer nutrients that can help with your baby’s development. This myth originated from concern surrounding the mercury content in pregnant peoples’ diets, as it is key to limit mercury consumption while pregnant and breastfeeding. 
For a guide on which types of fish are nutritious and lower in mercury, and how often you’re able to eat them, see the FDA’s Chart on Advice for Eating Fish for Those Pregnant and Breastfeeding.