Question from MLS
I’m confused about tuna; I downloaded a fish guide to help choose fish caught in an environmentally friendly manner, but also contain the least amount of mercury. There is ‘tuna’ listed in all three categories – worst choices, OK choices, and best choices. Tuna, albacore (Canada, U.S.) was listed in best, as was Tuna, skipjack (pole/troll) and Tuna, yellowfin (U.S. pole/troll). Is there a way to tell or find out what ‘tuna’s’ would fall under this category? So far the best I’ve been able to distinguish (and can’t always) is whether it is albacore or skipjack tuna. Any ideas on how to find out where and how it was caught, thus ensuring the lowest mercury count possible – or do I need to just give up on tuna altogether?
Debra’s Answer
Good question!
Personally, I don’t eat tuna at all, so, readers, what is your experience with this?
