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Swordfish
Swordfish is on the FDA's 'avoid' list for breastfeeding moms. It's one of the highest-mercury fish available and the mercury does transfer to your breast milk.
Swordfish is a large, long-lived predatory fish that accumulates very high levels of methylmercury through a process called biomagnification. Mercury passes into breast milk and can affect your baby's developing nervous system. The FDA specifically lists swordfish as a fish to avoid while breastfeeding. There are plenty of delicious, safe fish — salmon, trout, and sardines are great substitutes.
Always confirm with your doctor or lactation consultant before making dietary changes while breastfeeding.
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