Mussels contain levels of
Mercury and Microplastics above those considered acceptable for health.
If we cannot give them up, the recommendation is open-sea mussels.
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Short answerDelicious DangerMussels contain levels ofMercury and Microplastics above those considered acceptable for health.If we cannot give them up, the recommendation is open-sea mussels.
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