Can I eat shark (flake) when pregnant?

Limit · 1 serve every 1–2 weeksFlake / school sharkHigher in mercury.
SafeRig (lemonfish)Fine up to 3–4 serves a week.

Shark (flake) for other situations

BreastfeedingHigher in mercury.Limit · 1 serve every 1–2 weeks
VegetarianContains fish, which isn't vegetarian.Avoid
VeganContains fish, which isn't vegan.Avoid
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyNo milk listed.Safe
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesNo known concern for gestational diabetes.Safe
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe

Questions people ask

Is shark (flake) safe in pregnancy?

Flake / school shark: Limit. Higher in mercury. Rig (lemonfish): Safe. Fine up to 3–4 serves a week.