of mercury and should be avoided, especially by women and children.
14. Grouper
Grouper has moderately high mercury levels and is vulnerable to overfishing [7]. It is also often the target for seafood fraud. The “grouper” that is for sale is may actually be a cheaper form of fish that is being mislabeled. One study found that up to 87% of seafood like grouper, cod, and snapper may be mislabeled
A Note on The Role of Selenium in Mercury Toxicity
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Source: WPCouncil.org
If you’re a fan of fish but concerned about mercury toxicity, there’s some good news – many commonly consumed fish are rich in selenium, which may help prevent the absorption of excess mercury. However, there’s a catch. This doesn’t mean you can indulge in as many high-mercury fish as you like. That said, if you do choose to eat fish with higher mercury content occasionally, consuming enough selenium alongside it might help reduce potential negative effects.
The main takeaway is this: If you’re eating fish high in selenium and low to moderately high in mercur
