Tuna Fish Mercury Calculator
Here is a table summarizing essential information about mercury in tuna fish:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Types of Tuna | Albacore (White Tuna), Skipjack, Yellowfin, Bluefin |
| Mercury Levels (ppm) | |
| – Albacore | 0.32 – 0.35 ppm (average) |
| – Skipjack | 0.12 ppm (average) |
| – Yellowfin | 0.31 ppm (average) |
| – Bluefin | 0.38 ppm (average) |
| Health Guidelines | |
| – FDA Limit for Fish | 1.0 ppm |
| – EPA Reference Dose | 0.1 µg per kg body weight per day |
| Recommended Consumption | |
| – Albacore (White Tuna) | Up to 6 ounces (1 meal) per week |
| – Light Tuna (Skipjack) | Up to 12 ounces (2 meals) per week |
| Health Risks of Mercury | |
| – Neurological Effects | Impaired cognitive thinking, memory, attention, language, and fine motor and visual-spatial skills in children |
| – Cardiovascular Effects | Increased risk of heart disease in adults |
| – Developmental Effects | Risk to developing fetuses and young children |
| Sources of Mercury | Industrial pollution, coal combustion, and release from rocks |
| Mitigation Strategies | |
| – Choose lower mercury fish | Salmon, shrimp, pollock, catfish |
| – Eat a varied diet | Reduces the risk of high mercury intake |
| – Pay attention to advisories | Follow local advisories on fish consumption |