Best way to protect against mercury in fish?

[Astralogic]

Hi, I love Tuna but I'm paranoid about the mercury in it. What is the best antioxident supplement to take that will protect me from the mercury?

Thanks

 

[john.patterson]

From what I've read on this subject, there really isn't any supplements or antioxidants to "block" or "protect" from mercury. It would be best to limit your tuna intake, especially canned tuna, and substitute it with other protein sources or wild caught fish. How much are you eating per day?

 

[mmorso]

Eat more sardines and kipper snacks... eat less tuna

 

[heavylifter33]

Hi, I love Tuna but I'm paranoid about the mercury in it. What is the best antioxident supplement to take that will protect me from the mercury?

Thanks

There isn't. Go by the recommended intake levels. I.e. for tuna no more than 2 cans per week.

 

[APC80]

I eat tuna 5-6 times a week and haven't died yet

 

[mn72661]

Certain brands (more expensive organic) are certified for lowest mercury per serving etc. Other than that, some studies indicate natural heavy metal detoxification including chlorella and cilantro can remove substantial levels of heavy metals from the system. BE CAREFUL with detoxifying yourself and do some serious research......You could theoretically block mercury uptake with supplements that help detox heavy metals themselves, eg chlorella and other avenues of jacking up glutathione levels in general............or just eat less tuna.

First, i'd also ask why the interest in tuna? is it the cheap protein source, or the convenience factor? Or something else? As others mentioned above there are other options that can probably satisfy those requirements or at least help you mix it up so weekly tuna consumption is relatively low.

 

[josun]

There isn't. Go by the recommended intake levels. I.e. for tuna no more than 2 cans per week.

can't have more then two cans per week!!??? Are u srs

 

[TommyTuffGuy]

Iodine supplementation.

 

[heavylifter33]

can't have more then two cans per week!!??? Are u srs

When did i say you can't? I said the recommended intake is 2 cans per week, how much you intake is up to you obviously. It's not like fish/tuna is the only form of protein available.

 

[Jiigzz]

I eat tuna 5-6 times a week and haven't died yet

Although this is meant to be a funny, this is the view point many have about a lot of things. The issue isn't about dying immediately, its about the damage you do long term.

As an example, I know a very overweight guy who used hormones like they were candy for 5+ years with no real issues (never tested anything, but also felt he didn't need to), but then hit MAJOR heart issues in his early 30's. Could he have gotten these issues anyway? Perhaps. But I have no doubt that the high BP and high viscous blood caused by his use exacerbated the issue.

TLDL; dying now isn't the issue, its what happens 5, 10, 20 years down the track that is

To the OP, eat canned chicken instead or buy things like nut meat, protein powders etc. instead.

 

[mmorso]

I eat tuna 5-6 times a week and haven't died yet

I'd honestly reduce it to 2 cans... mercury toxicity is no joke

 

[jt75]

High dose nac around 2000mg per day should remove mercury toxins

 

[APC80]

I think I'll cut my tuna consumption down after reading this

 

[jt75]

Most canned tuna is fine and the Mercury content will be minimal but @ 5 times per week or 260 times a year the op is heading into dangerous waters!
Excuse the pun

 

[muscleupcrohn]

Perhaps replace some tuna with sardines if you don't mind the taste/smell. They're smaller fish. I like them with hot sauce and chips/crackers.

 

[josun]

Agree I didn't know it was that bad

 

[rodefeeh]

I actually just watched a Stoppani Facebook video on this today and if you trust him he says 1-2 cans of albacore or 3-5 cans chunk light per week. He also said selenium can help negate mercury negative effects. He was probably singling out selenium because it's in VitaJym.

 

[jt75]

Of course he was

 

[HIT4ME]

Although this is meant to be a funny, this is the view point many have about a lot of things. The issue isn't about dying immediately, its about the damage you do long term.

As an example, I know a very overweight guy who used hormones like they were candy for 5+ years with no real issues (never tested anything, but also felt he didn't need to), but then hit MAJOR heart issues in his early 30's. Could he have gotten these issues anyway? Perhaps. But I have no doubt that the high BP and high viscous blood caused by his use exacerbated the issue.

TLDL; dying now isn't the issue, its what happens 5, 10, 20 years down the track that is

To the OP, eat canned chicken instead or buy things like nut meat, protein powders etc. instead.

I knew a guy who put his hand through a wood chipper once, and he didn't die. I'm thinking about trying it. Don't warn me about danger!

 

[heavylifter33]

High dose nac around 2000mg per day should remove mercury toxins

Please post the relevant data for that claim.

 

[deanX]

i like tuna either, not aware how much mercury they contain per serving.

 

[cheftepesh1]

Please post the relevant data for that claim.

Would be interested as that dose seems very high

 

[jt75]

Please post the relevant data for that claim.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2199274/

http://healingdaily.bmobilized.com/?ref=android-app://com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox&url=http://www.healingdaily.com/oral-chelation/N-acetyl-cysteine%20(NAC)-for-detoxification-what-it-is.htm&width=360

 

[jt75]

Here is an excellent article that the OP will be very interested in.

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/01/13/amp/mercury-detoxification-protocol.aspx

 

[The_Old_Guy]

Spirulina has been shown in 1 study, to help with Arsenic removal. Big jump, but hey, if you want to be paranoid...

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16615668

Salmon is low Mercury - Consumer Reports: