As a pregnant woman, should I keep fish in my diet?

Absolutely! According to the FDA/EPA Advisory, "Fish and shellfish are an important part of a healthy diet. Fish and shellfish contain high-quality protein and other essential nutrients, are low in saturated fat, and contain omega-3 fatty acids. A well-balanced diet that includes a variety of fish and shellfish can contribute to heart health and children's proper growth and development. So, women and young children in particular should include fish or shellfish in their diets due to the many nutritional benefits."

Furthermore, researchers at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis recently found that pregnant women, who are at more risk from mercury exposure, could increase the cognitive development benefits for their unborn child by eating the recommended servings of fish per week, while choosing from a variety of fish and seafood low in mercury.