Fish consumption is encouraged during pregnancy because of the importance of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA in _____ development; however, the FDA and EPA advise against consumption of fish likely to contain high levels of _____.

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Fish consumption is encouraged during pregnancy because DHA is important for fetal brain development. However, the FDA and EPA advise against consumption of fish likely to contain high levels of mercury, which can harm fetal brain development. Therefore, the correct answer is (C) fetal brain development and mercury.

Fish Consumption Is Encouraged During Pregnancy Because of the Importance