Can I eat it or not?

Question

I’ve seen SO many mixed reviews and  just trying to get an answer — I’m almost 10 weeks pregnant. Can I eat canned tuna, like in a tuna melt tonight? Is that healthy for a pregnant person? Or are we supposed to avoid canned tuna?? Thank you for any help!!

Answer

This is from the book my OB gave me

Answer

Yes. I crave and eat tuna all the time!

Answer

I’ve had tuna and baby is just fine!

Answer

I have eaten canned tuna occasionally with all my pregnancies. I was given a recommended amount with my first (I don't remember exactly what it was) but I would limit it to no more than one tuna sandwich a week.

Answer

I ate it once a week or so,,and I heard the chunk tuna is safer than albocore

Answer

Yes

Answer

Every once in a while is ok. I almost never eat canned tuna but when I was pregnant with my second, I craved tuna melts

Answer

You can eat whatever- anything cooked. Once in a while for ‘treat’ type food is not a big deal, so Tuna is definitely fine.

Answer

My OB said 12oz of canned tuna a week is perfectly fine and tuna is actually a good protein

Answer

It’s in moderation, you aren’t supposed to have a tuna melt every day due to tuna having a higher mercury’s count. But keep it I moderation and it will be fine

Can I eat it or not?

Let's Glow!

The Top Baby Tracker App: Embrace New Beginnings with Tender Care

The Top Fertility Tracker App: Your Path to Achieving Pregnancy

The Top Pregnancy App: Nurturing Your Journey to Motherhood

The Top Period Tracker for Empowering Your Menstrual Health Journey