Fish, Shellfish, and Children’s Health: An Assessment of Benefits, Risks, and Sustainability

Bernstein, Aaron; Oken, Emily; Ferranti, Sarah D. de

doi:10.1542/peds.2019-0999

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“…For instance, if calcium deficiency is an issue in Turkey, one prudent option might be to increase the consumption of pelagic small fish (such as herrings and sardines) 29 . Similarly, if vitamin A deficiency is an issue in Brazil, then efforts to promote the production of oysters or the consumption of sardines might be appropriate 30 . These types of food-system solutions will require sub-national targeting of vulnerable populations and will rely on efforts to increase both production and consumption.…”

Section: Articlementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Access to the foods produced by these systems can vary by age, sex, culture, socio-economic status and geography, as does a given population's reliance on AASFs. AASFs are important for both sexes and all ages, but particularly so for young children, pregnant women and women of childbearing age, due to the critical role of micronutrients and DHA+EPA in fetal and child growth and development 30 .…”

Section: Aquatic Foods Support the Vulnerablementioning

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Aquatic foods to nourish nations

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Koehn

Shepon

et al. 2021

Nature

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Section: Articlementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Aquatic Foods Support the Vulnerablementioning

confidence: 99%

Aquatic foods to nourish nations

Golden

Koehn

Shepon

et al. 2021

Nature

348

202

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“…Saturated fatty acids, that harden at low temperatures, can cause atherosclerosis, angina, and stroke by raising cholesterol levels, and they can also alter blood flow ( 40 ). Some saturated fatty acid such as myristic acid C14/0, stearic acid C18/0, monounsaturated fatty acid as palmitoleic acid C16/1, Oleic acid C18/1 ( 41 ).…”

Section: Global Overview Of Fish Consumptionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…It is reported by ( 118 ) and ( 119 ) that in addition to contributing to greater dietary diversity and boosting the micronutrient intake of women of reproductive age, the consumption of aquatic foods in the first 1,000 days of life from conception to a child's second birthday is associated with positive birth outcomes, a better nutrient composition of breastmilk, reduced stunting and a decline in the prevalence of severe acute malnutrition. It is also attested that eating fish early in life can promote positive behavioral and mental health outcomes and prevent certain allergies, such as asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis ( 41 ).…”

Section: Global Overview Of Fish Consumptionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Fish Nutritional Value as an Approach to Children's Nutrition

Maulu¹,

Nawanzi²,

Abdel‐Tawwab

et al. 2021

Front. Nutr.

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Fish is a relatively cheap and accessible source of animal protein for human consumption even in rural communities. It is critical for global food and nutrition security, and its consumption continues to increase. As a highly nutritious food, fish consumption is highly recommended for children and expectant mothers for normal growth and development. The present paper explores the nutritional value of fish as approach to nutrition in children and its benefits. The findings reveal that fish is a valuable source of essential amino acids (EAA) and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) that play important physiological functions for maintenance and development of fetuses, neonates, and infant brains. Therefore, it could be a valuable tool in the fight against food insecurity and malnutrition. However, fish and fish products are also highly susceptible to contamination by various organic and inorganic compounds that threaten public health. Particularly, heavy metals and biogenic amines (BAs) have shown adverse effects when contaminated fish is consumed, and the effects in children have been worse. Hence, while fish consumption is highly recommended for children's nutrition, the safety and quality of the product should always be checked to safeguard public health.

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“…Fish consumption presents a critical dilemma to consumers, communities, and healthcare professionals. Aquatic organisms are the largest dietary source of ω-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which improve heart health and cognition; reduce risk of lung, prostate, and colorectal cancer; and decrease risk of allergies in children [1][2][3]. Yet, fish consumption may also expose people to harmful environmental contaminants that bioaccumulate in fish tissue [4].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Comparison of Recreational Fish Consumption Advisories Across the USA

Cleary

Romano

Chen

et al. 2021

Curr Envir Health Rpt

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Purpose of Review Our comparative analysis sought to understand the factors which drive differences in fish consumption advisories across the USA — including exposure scenarios (acute and chronic health risk, non-cancer and cancer health endpoints), toxicity values (reference dose, cancer slope factor, acute tolerance level), and meal size and bodyweight assumptions. Recent Findings Fish consumption provides essential nutrients but also results in exposure to contaminants such as PCBs and methylmercury. To protect consumers from the risks of fish contaminants, fish consumption advisories are established, most often by state jurisdictions, to estimate the amount of a certain fish species a person could consume throughout their lifetime without harm. However, inconsistencies in advisories across the USA confuse consumers and undermine the public health goals of fish advisory programs. To date, no rigorous comparison of state and national fish consumption advisories has been reported. Summary Our work identifies discrepancies in key assumptions used to derive risk-based advisories between US states, reflecting differences in the interpretation of toxicity science. We also address the implications for these differences by reviewing advisories issued by contiguous states bordering two waterbodies: Lake Michigan and the Lower Mississippi River. Our findings highlight the importance of regional collaboration when issuing advisories, so that consumers of self-caught fish are equipped with clear knowledge to make decisions to protect their health.

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Fish, Shellfish, and Children’s Health: An Assessment of Benefits, Risks, and Sustainability

Cited by 27 publications

References 158 publications

Aquatic foods to nourish nations

Aquatic foods to nourish nations

Fish Nutritional Value as an Approach to Children's Nutrition

Comparison of Recreational Fish Consumption Advisories Across the USA

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