Can Eating Shrimp and Vitamin C Together Cause Arsenic Poisoning?

Can Eating Shrimp and Vitamin C Together Cause Arsenic Poisoning?
Shrimp is delicious and nutritious, but some things must be considered when eating it. KudPhotoCreate/Shutterstock
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Enjoyed worldwide, shrimp is a good source of various nutrients and vitamins. Consuming shrimp can protect cardiovascular health, provide anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, and regulate the immune system. Moreover, shrimp is low in calories and has a low fat content, making it suitable for losing weight. However, shrimp is also one of the primary sources of arsenic intake for humans, and arsenic and its compounds have varying toxicity levels.
Jingduan Yang
Jingduan Yang
M.D.
Dr. Jingduan Yang is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in integrative and traditional Chinese medicine. He developed the ACES Model of Health and Medicine and leads clinical, educational, and research initiatives. As a principal founder of the Northern School of Medicine and Health Sciences, he advances whole-person care grounded in science, ethics, and humanity.
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