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Too Much of a Good Thing? Update on Fish Consumption and Mercury Exposure

While there is a significant amount of data showing health benefits of increased fish consumption, there are conflicting reports about the cardiovascular risks of mercury in seafood. A recent long-term study attempted to resolve this controversy, providing an opportunity to balance recommendations f...

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Published in:	Nutrition reviews 2006-03, Vol.64 (3), p.139-145
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