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You may be reluctant to eat more tuna because of concerns about environmental contaminants such as mercury. Smart shopping can reduce your risk.
Buy Tuna Safely at the Supermarket
Fresh or frozen: Fresh (or frozen) tuna steaks are the best low-sodium choice. Choose fresh tuna that has an “ocean” smell. The flesh should be moist and have no brown spots.
Skipjack tuna is the safest choice for lower environmental contamination.
Canned: Canned tuna or vacuum-packed tuna in a pouch should be a pantry staple.
“Chunk light tuna” packed in water is the healthiest choice.
Canned white or albacore may have more contaminants, but can be eaten safely two or three times a month.
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