February 25, 2005

PREGNANT WOMEN -- don't fear the mercury, EAT YOUR FISH!:
research indicates fish may improve pregnancy outcomes and fetal growth, reduce the risk of preeclampsia and premature labor, and help avert postpartum depression. And many fish are also sources for the omega-3 fatty acid, DHA , that's critical for vision, behavioral and cognitive development in babies and young children. The risks for young women and children by not eating fish could be heartbreaking ..

Based on all available science, [the House Resources Committee] report "Mercury in Perspective: Fact and Fiction About the Debate Over Mercury," also found no basis for claims that unborn children may be at risk if their mothers eat fish during pregnancy.

The baby now in my wife's tummy gets fish 3-4 times a week. My wife is also taking the new DHA supplements for expectant women. Posted by Greg Ransom