Summary: Alaska actively monitors mercury levels to ensure that its wild fish remain well within the safest limits, which are even stricter than federal guidelines.
Mercury Levels Depend on the Fish
Mercury occurs naturally in the ocean, but its levels vary depending on species, size, and environment. Larger, longer-lived predators like swordfish and some types of tuna tend to accumulate more mercury, while smaller fish like wild Alaska salmon, cod, Albacore tuna, and sablefish have much lower levels.
Selenium: Nature’s Built-In Protection
Here’s something fascinating — wild seafood naturally contains selenium, an essential mineral that binds to mercury and helps the body remove it. Wild-caught salmon, in particular, are among the best choices for seafood, with high selenium levels and very low mercury content, making them an excellent choice for a healthy diet.
Alaska’s Commitment to Safety
Alaska takes seafood safety seriously. The state actively monitors mercury levels in its fisheries, conducting regular testing to ensure that its wild fish remain well within the safest limits — limits that are even stricter than federal guidelines. Time and again, results show that Alaska’s seafood is among the lowest in mercury levels worldwide.
When you choose wild-caught seafood from Sitka Seafood Market, you're not just getting the best-tasting fish — you’re getting fish that’s good for you and harvested with care for the ocean.