To avoid mercury, pregnant and breastfeeding women and young children are advised to avoid consuming shark and other large predatory fish.

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This statement is true. Shark and other large predatory fish are known to contain high levels of mercury which can be harmful, especially to the developing brain of fetuses and young children. It is advised that pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as young children, avoid consuming these types of fish or limit their intake.

To Avoid Mercury, Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women and Young Children