Do Shrimp Contain Toxins? Separating Fact from Fiction
                                
                                
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                                According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), shrimp are one of the most commonly consumed seafoods in the U.S. and are generally low in mercury, but the question remains: do shrimp contain toxins? The answer is nuanced, as while they don't inherently produce toxins, they can become contaminated by environmental factors or mishandling, posing potential health risks.