2006-09-04 06:10:22 · 12 answers · asked by steve h 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Unknown levels of mercury or other toxins can lead to damage of the fetus. Even when the fish are grown in farms it is not considered healthy for the mom
2006-09-04 06:13:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because seafood and fish can contain high mercury levels. Mercury cannot be metabolized in the human body and is toxic. Even a little bit in the body can have an effect on a growing fetus such as brain damage. That way its just best to stay away from it while pregnant and really take in as little as possible when you arent pregnant.
2006-09-04 13:59:52 · answer #2 · answered by maria w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if ALL seafood is contraindicated during pregnancy, but there are several kinds of seafood that should be avoided or limited during pregnancy.
Raw oysters can carry all kinds of nasty bugs - but Hepatitis B and some intestinal pathogens (disease-causing bacteria) as well. Tuna and farmed salmon have levels of mercury in them from industrial pollution that can be toxic to both mother and developing fetus. Some smoked/raw fish can also carry intestinal parasites - diphyllobothrium latum (wow! that's a mouthful!) is one of them that is more common.
2006-09-04 13:15:13 · answer #3 · answered by drwag1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally, it is no "raw" seafood or fish. It can carry diseases that are harmful to the baby. Cooked seafood or fish is usually OK, unless you have an allergy. Double check with your Dr.
2006-09-04 13:13:53 · answer #4 · answered by knowledgeisgood 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the nutrition class offered at the hospital, often insurance pays for it- ask your doctor. WHY not! It was amazing for us.
Lead is in Paint- not seafood.
Its the mercury content. The seafood industry is not regulated- did you know that ? Tuna is to be avoided in large quantity.
I live on the gulf coast and ate seafood (shrimp, farm catfish and crayfish or tilapia- fish) once a week and didn't worry about it. Farm raised is healthier.
(Based on my blood tests) I had to limit suger/salt and caffeine. I really shopped for great food- it cost more like organic foods (meats steroid-free) I ate a very balanced meals 5-8 times a day, approx 4-8 tablespoons to one-cup of food each time. {yeah- that's almost every hour} I cooked/prepared 80% of my food and over 50% of my diet was Raw food or Liquid protien.
Snacks- Apples w/ peanut butter, oranges w/ raw almonds, Apple/grapes with pecans, sometimes yogurt. (5 grapes or 3 apples slices with 5/6 pecans with 2 or 3 tablespoons of yogurt). (sugar/fruit and protein/dairy).
Breakfast-1/2 piece of toast with almond butter, 1 egg white with spinach, chives and garlic for breakfast.and small cup half/caf coffee with soy creamer.
My favorites were Avocado with a teaspoon of maple syrup with soymilk and made a yummy dip for fruit or veggie chips. Devoured Greek food-Hummus and tabouli was a great help, the parsley is a natural digestive aid. (gas relief) I know that's weird, but hey I was preggers.
I can honestly tell you that- planning is the most important part. Take the time to prechop and get snack bags and sort it with a sharpie marker by day/am & pm. I had all my snacks ready two days before. the apples browned a bit, but oh well.
Great hydration, saved ME. I had a gallon bottle of water by the bed, living room chair and kitchen counter- so I could refill anywhere. I kept 6-8oz bottles or more in the frig and one half full in the freezer and used it for those swollen feet to roll over.
It changed my life, it was a dedication to watch my food intake during preg. I lost 47# of fat and had a beautiful (9 # 2oz baby boy)- it was amazing, I never needed maternity clothes, I lost so much fat, I just wore my own.
I did take prenatal vituamin (perscribed ones) a calcuim, iron and potasutum suppliments and a stool softener daily. All under doctors orders.
Best wishes. What a blessing to be a MOM. Make the most of this time.
Treat yourself- fyi- 5 tablespoons of ice cream with 1/2 cup of raw nuts (pick-walnut/almonds/pecans) will counter weight the suger/fat ratio. Its a carb/protien at that point. SO I had that every night. Yummy. Baby loved it too. Cool huh!
Sorry spell check couldn't keep up with me.....
2006-09-04 14:35:40 · answer #5 · answered by Denise W 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can have seafood, just be cautious with fish. There are some fish that carry high amounts of mercury and it isn't safe for the baby. Ask your doctor what types of fish to avoid.
2006-09-04 13:13:23 · answer #6 · answered by bornagain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most tuna especially solid white contains high levels of mercury. California is the only state in the nation that informs people at the supermarket. Shrimp, salmon and lobster contain almost no mercury. It only takes a small amount to hurt tthe baby.
2006-09-04 13:39:37 · answer #7 · answered by Steve R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did not know that. I ate alot of crab when I pregnant with my second child.maybe you should consult a doctor befor you eat any seafood.
2006-09-04 13:15:10 · answer #8 · answered by honey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seafood can harbour bacteria that is very dangerous to pregnant women.
2006-09-04 13:12:38 · answer #9 · answered by Bubbles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's the OMEGA and it is possible to have clean fish just check it out and odn't eat it every day Once a week
2006-09-04 13:40:32 · answer #10 · answered by aaricka 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋