Who regulates the levels of methylmercury in our food supply?
A. In the United States, the responsibility for regulating mercury is shared by the FDA and the EPA. Specifically, the FDA regulates fish and seafood that is sold in food stores and restaurants. The EPA regulates the amount of mercury released into the environment and works with state governments to develop fresh water fish advisories. In 2004, >FDA and EPA joined forces in issuing advice for pregnant women about the best ways to incorporate fish into their diet.
