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Something fishy in the tuna aisle


Published December 15, 2005

Unless you strain your eyes, you probably won't notice the tiny blue sign on a wall adjacent to the fish counter at the Whole Foods on Ashland Avenue. It warns that toxic mercury can be found in many fish, particularly those at the top of the underwater food chain. Pregnant women and other vulnerable people are cautioned to avoid eating it. The sign refers those with further questions to the federal Food and Drug Administration. To view the rest of this article, please visit www.chicagotribune.com.