Types Of Fish That Are Unhealthy To Eat

Boldsky has provided a list of few fishes that you should not eat at any cost, take a look at these dangerous and deadly 7 types of fishes:

Mackerel

Though it is considered as a healthier fish because of its high mineral magnesium, mackeral is a terrible fish to eat due to its high amount of mercury.

Caviar

Caviar is a famous fish, which is commonly eaten in the west. Caviar is a dangerous fish to consume because it is usually found in contaminated water containing toxins that are harmful to the body after consumption.

Eel

The yellow or silver eel is extremely dangerous to eat. It is mainly found in sushi dishes. It is toxic for us to consume it, since it is highly contaminated with PCBs and mercury.

Swordfish

Swordfish is dangerous to consume, since it has the highest amount of mercury present in its body. One swordfish contains around 976 ppm (parts per million) of mercury. The presence of this high level of mercury can damage the cells in the brain.

Tuna

Blue fin and huge eye tuna are two types of fishes that you should not consume at any cost. These two tuna fishes are the second highest after swordfish that contain mercury.

Salmon

There are some types of salmon fishes that have a persistent presence of organic pollutants. Consumption of these pollutants can cause an onset of diabetes. Regular consumption can also add to weight gain, which becomes a dangerous food for those who want to lose those extra pounds.

Source : http://www.boldsky.com/health/nutrition/2015/types-of-fish-that-are-unhealthy-to-eat-095255.html

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