I would like to know if fish oil has a toxic amount of mercury.?

Question

I have tried Nature Made brand and it doesn't say anything on
the label about this.

Answer 1

It's possible. Fish oil also spoils in time.

A better choice is Krill Oil. It is more potent fish oil. The Krill Oil from Jerky Direct comes from a patented cold-water process to retain all nutrients. It also does NOT spoil!

Feel free to email me - I can show you all the research!

Answer 2

Fish and shellfish are an important part of a healthy diet. Fish and shellfish contain high-quality protein and other essential nutrients, are low in saturated fat, and contain omega-3 fatty acids. A well-balanced diet that includes a variety of fish and shellfish can contribute to heart health and children's proper growth and development. So, women and young children in particular should include fish or shellfish in their diets due to the many nutritional benefits.

However, nearly all fish and shellfish contain traces of mercury. For most people, the risk from mercury by eating fish and shellfish is not a health concern. Yet, some fish and shellfish contain higher levels of mercury that may harm an unborn baby or young child's developing nervous system. The risks from mercury in fish and shellfish depend on the amount of fish and shellfish eaten and the levels of mercury in the fish and shellfish. Therefore, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are advising women who may become pregnant, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young children to avoid some types of fish and eat fish and shellfish that are lower in mercury.

Do not eat Shark, Swordfish, King Mackerel, or Tilefish because they contain high levels of mercury.
Eat up to 12 ounces (2 average meals) a week of a variety of fish and shellfish that are lower in mercury.
Five of the most commonly eaten fish that are low in mercury are shrimp, canned light tuna, salmon, pollock, and catfish.
Another commonly eaten fish, albacore ("white") tuna has more mercury than canned light tuna. So, when choosing your two meals of fish and shellfish, you may eat up to 6 ounces (one average meal) of albacore tuna per week.

Answer 3

Don't expect companies to include label info on mercury concentration.

The best way to determine if its safe is to look for a list of fishing suppliers for that company, either on their website or on the label.

Then, research that area to see if it has mercury problems.

Answer 4

thats a good question

Answer 5

I think so,I am not quite sure