Tuna is awash in helpful nutrients like iron and omega-3 fatty acids—not to mention delicious in sushi, salads, and sandwiches—but it is also known for one ingredient that’s not so beneficial: mercury ...

Then you'll want to pay attention to a new study that shows mercury concentrations in Hawaii-caught bigeye and yellowfin tuna are steadily rising. The research, published this week in an online ...

Tuna is a nutritious and protein-rich saltwater fish that may contain high levels of mercury. As a result, regular tuna consumption may lead to health issues. Mercury contamination in fish, ...

Mercury levels in tuna haven't changed since 1971, despite efforts to reduce emissions of the toxic metal into the environment, researchers report. Their analysis of nearly 3,000 tuna samples caught ...

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Mercury concentrations in Hawaiian-caught bigeye and yellowfin tuna are steadily rising and mirror increases in North Pacific waters that have been linked to atmospheric mercury emissions from Asia.

For as little as AU$1 ($0.75) a tin, canned tuna is an excellent, affordable source of protein, polyunsaturated fats, and other nutrients. A tin of tuna is significantly cheaper than many types of ...