Is it safe to have Roughy during pregnancy?

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Why should I avoid roughy while I am expecting?

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Why should I avoid roughy while I am expecting

It is recommended to avoid eating roughy during pregnancy. It contains high doses of mercury which has adverse effects on your baby’s nerve and brain development. Consuming roughy in large amounts can interfere with the normal brain function of your baby and adversely affect pregnant and breastfeeding women.

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