Mother elected to eat scallops? Is this fish high in mercury?

Gourd of fry is not a concern of many women because they do not know whether to contain much mercury. Pregnant women who are addicted to this fish are even more slippery and will soon get upset if this is a fish to abstain from during pregnancy. So can women eat?

What is scallop fish?

Chi Fish Scad. With the scientific name is Decapterus, is a genus of marine fish in the family Carangidae. This is a group of fish with nutritional and economic value, widely exploited and harvested in many parts of the world for food or as bait to fish.

In Vietnam, in July, when the Central region starts to have south wind, the pompano is also in the rainy season. They rise to the surface layer in shallow seas, where there is a lot of mud and plankton, to lay and feed. During the rough sea season, they dive into deep layers.

The nutritional value of scad

In 100g of scallop fish contains the following nutritional content:

Calcium: 458 mg

Iron: 3.9 mg

Magnesium: 70.3 mg

Phosphorus: 572 mg

Potassium: 369 mg

Zinc: 1.9 mg

Copper: 0.3 mg

Omega 3: 2,616 mg

Omega 6: 188 mg

Protein: 44.1g

Synthetic Fat: 14g; saturated - 3.5g; unsaturated - 4.2g

Vitamin A - 823 IU; C - 1.7 mg and D - 479 IU

Fluoride: 71.6 mcg

Folate: 9.5 mcg

Calories: 266 kcal

Can pregnant women eat scallops?

Many pregnant women are not in a hurry to learn carefully when they have eliminated many foods from their diet. Including scads because this fish does not contain high levels of mercury will affect the development of the fetus.

But did you know that Scallops are actually very good for both pregnant women and fetuses when used in the right amount. Therefore, the answer is yes if the woman asks, "Can pregnant women eat pompano?".

The benefits of pregnant women eat scad

Promotes fetal brain development

With the content of omega-3 and folate, pregnant women eat scallop can support the process of forming the fetal brain and internal organs.

Increases heart health

Also thanks to the benefit of the rich content of omega-3 and potassium, the heart of pregnant women will be strengthened further. The risk of heart disease is also reduced, as well as a steady heart rate will be maintained.

Lower cholesterol

Omega-3 and Omega-6 in fry will help reduce bad cholesterol level. This will help mothers avoid high blood pressure during pregnancy or pre-eclampsia.

Improved bone and tooth health

As the nutritional value was mentioned at the beginning of the article, the calcium and vitamin D content in the scallop is quite high. And pregnant women eat scallops will help keep bones strong. At the same time also supports the formation of bones and teeth of the fetus.

Resistance is strengthened

Immune system, resistance of many pregnant mothers can be reduced during pregnancy. The zinc and selenium present in pompano can improve the function of immune cells, thereby shielding the body from the negative effects of free radicals.

In addition, the vitamin C content in fish also reinforces the strength of the resistance barrier, fighting virus or bacterial attack.

Weight stability

Pregnant women who are overweight will experience many complications during pregnancy. Scallops contain protein content that can replace red meat or poultry, which is high in fat and cholesterol. Therefore, reducing meat and adding scallops to the diet will help mothers eat healthier.

Improving depression during pregnancy

Modern society with many pressures and anxiety makes depression appear more and more. And depression during and after pregnancy is not uncommon.

Several studies have shown that people who eat fish regularly have a lower risk of depression and stress than those who eat less fish. And pregnant women who eat pompano can enjoy this benefit due to the omega-3 fatty acid content in fish.

How to choose scallops

Choosing fresh, raw scallop fish foods, the easiest way to notice is:

The fish's eyes are clear, black

Press the fish meat that is tough, not friable

Fish skin with an even shiny silver color

Pregnant mothers or families should buy these foods at reputable supermarkets or frozen establishments. The preservation and processing after buying is also equally important. When washing fish, use a little lemon or vinegar to remove the fishy smell. If not used immediately, you should refrigerate or freeze at the appropriate temperature.

What should pregnant women eat other than scad?

In addition to fish with high mercury content to avoid, there are many types of fish for pregnant mothers to freely choose. These include: salmon, carp, basa fish, tuna, cod, anchovies, tilapia, ...

With 1-2 servings of fish a week and should change to diversify the menu, pregnant mothers will "invest" well in their health and their baby.

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