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Table 1 The size and number of portions of fish recommended for safe consumption in Australia, including during pregnancy [5]

From: The knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of pregnant women regarding seafood consumption during the antenatal period: a qualitative study

Women who are pregnant or planning pregnancy

1 portion is 150 g#

Children

(up to 6 years)

1 portion is 75 g#

Rest of the population

1 portion is 150 g#

1 portion per week of Orange Rough (Deep Sea Perch) or Catfish and no other fish that week ​

​​1 portion per week of Shark (Flake) or Billfish (Swordfish/Broadbill and Marlin) and no other fish that week

OR

​1 portion per fortnight of Shark (Flake) or Billfish (Swordfish/Broadbill and Marlin) and no other fish that fortnight ​