Is Swordfish on the Do Not Eat List? A Guide to Safe Consumption
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young children should not eat swordfish due to its high mercury content. While not entirely off-limits for all populations, its position at the top of the food chain means it accumulates significant levels of methylmercury, a potent neurotoxin.