Spicy Tuna Avo Brown Rice Roll

PROP 65 WARNING: Cancer and Reproduction Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food

This warning applies to the Fresh Prepared Sushi product.

Proposition 65, also known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, is a law that requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The warning on this Fresh Prepared Sushi product indicates that it may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. This does not necessarily mean the product is unsafe. The warning is required by law as a precautionary measure to inform consumers of potential risks.

The specific chemicals of concern in this product may include, but are not limited to, substances found naturally in some seafood or that may be present due to environmental contamination. These could include methylmercury, dioxins, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).

Methylmercury is a type of mercury compound that can accumulate in the bodies of fish and shellfish. Exposure to high levels of methylmercury, especially during pregnancy, can harm the developing nervous system of unborn babies and young children.

Dioxins are byproducts of industrial processes and waste incineration. They are persistent in the environment and can accumulate in the food chain, including in seafood. Exposure to dioxins has been linked to cancer and reproductive/developmental effects.

PCBs are industrial chemicals that were once widely used but are now banned. They also persist in the environment and can build up in the fatty tissues of fish and other animals. PCB exposure has been associated with cancer, as well as immune, reproductive, and neurological effects.

While the presence of these chemicals in the Fresh Prepared Sushi product may be cause for concern, it is important to keep the risks in perspective. Consumption of seafood, including sushi, provides many health benefits due to the nutrients it contains, such as omega-3 fatty acids. The benefits of seafood consumption generally outweigh the potential risks for most people.

Pregnant women, young children, and other sensitive populations may need to be more cautious about seafood consumption and follow guidelines from health authorities. But for the general public, enjoying sushi in moderation as part of a balanced diet is unlikely to pose a significant health risk, despite the Proposition 65 warning.

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