Fish is good for you and part of a healthy diet. Understanding the health benefits of fish along with concerns over contamination such as mercury can be confusing. Unfortunately, chemical contaminants are in most foods, but don't give up on fish. The key is to make smart choices. Choose fish that are low in mercury and other contaminants.

Healthy Fish Guide

Guide to help you choose fish that are high in health benefits and low in mercury and other contaminants.

Health Benefits

Fish is nutritious. Fish is a good source of protein, low in saturated fat, and filled with omega-3 fatty acids which are good for the heart and brain.

Women and Children

Advice for women and children who eat fish.

Reducing Exposure to Contaminants

How to prepare, cook, and select fish to reduce your exposure to chemical contaminants.

Fish Questions

How chemical contaminants get into fish, health risks, and other answers to fish questions.

Fish Advisories

Going fishing? Local fish advisories by waterbody.

Going shellfishing? Shellfish beach closures.

Statewide Mercury Advisories

Statewide mercury advisories - which sport-caught and store-bought fish to limit and advice on canned tuna.

Studies and Reports

Fish studies and reports.

Grocery Store Project

We're working with grocery stores to provide educational materials at seafood counters. Grocery stores can join our Healthy Fish Choices Project.