A person who regularly consumes fish such as shark, king mackerel, and swordfish is at risk for ingesting potentially toxic amounts of ____.
A)EPA
B)DHA
C)mercury
D)cadmium
E)dioxins

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Large predator fish, such as shark, king mackerel, and swordfish, are at the top of the food chain and can accumulate high levels of mercury. Consuming these types of fish regularly can lead to ingesting toxic amounts of mercury, which can harm the central nervous system, kidneys, and developing fetuses in pregnant women. EPA and DHA are beneficial omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, while cadmium and dioxins are other potential toxins that can be present in seafood but are not as commonly associated with large predator fish.

A Person Who Regularly Consumes Fish Such as Shark, King