New Model Enhances Understanding of Fish Consumption Risks and Benefits During Pregnancy
Source-mamanatural.com A groundbreaking model developed by researchers aims to provide clearer guidance on the risks and benefits of fish consumption during pregnancy . Published in The American Journal of Epidemiology, the study involved collaboration between Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, University of Rochester Medical Center, and Cornell University. The model introduces a novel framework designed to assess the health impacts of fish consumption, particularly concerning mercury exposure and nutrient benefits. Assessing Mercury and Nutrient Content Lead author Susan Korrick, MD, emphasized the confusion that often surrounds public advisories on fish consumption, which can deter pregnant women from consuming this important food source. The model addresses this by integrating estimates of average mercury content in fish with the nutritional benefits they provide, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids, selenium, iodine, and vitamin D. Traditionall...