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Canned Light Tuna
Canned light tuna (usually skipjack) is one of the best-choice, low-mercury fish options. You can eat it up to 2-3 times a week while breastfeeding — great for quick tuna salad lunches.
2-3 servings per week
Canned light tuna is mostly skipjack, which is a smaller, shorter-lived tuna with much lower mercury than albacore (white) or bigeye. The FDA lists it as a best-choice fish, making it one of the most affordable and convenient safe seafood options for breastfeeding moms. Just check labels — if it says 'white' or 'albacore,' that's a different product with more mercury.
Always confirm with your doctor or lactation consultant before making dietary changes while breastfeeding.
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