Isn’t swordfish supposed to be a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
Yes. Swordfish contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids but a number of other fish – such as mackerel, herrings, sardines, silver warehou, atlantic salmon, canned salmon and canned tuna (especially canned tuna in oil) are also good sources of omega-3 fatty acids. These fish have much lower mercury levels compared to swordfish, therefore they may be eaten more frequently (e.g. 2-3 times per week). 5. Is canned tuna safe to eat regularly? Yes. In general, it is safe for all population groups, including pregnant women, to consume 2-3 serves of any type of tuna per week (canned or fresh). Canned tuna generally has lower levels of mercury than other tuna because the tuna used for canning are smaller species that are generally caught when less than 1 year old. FSANZ has calculated that it is safe for all population groups to consume a snack can of tuna (95 grams) everyday, assuming no other fish is eaten. But remember, the Australian Dietary Guidelines recommend that a variety of foods be
