It is important to know what not to eat while pregnant. It is essential that you take caution when preparing foods and avoid doing particular things when pregnant. This is due to your infants immunological reaction not being sufficiently developed to fight any infection you may pass to it whilst in the womb. It is assumed that a females immunological system may not function at its peak when pregnant so it is vital that all obligatory cares are taken and the following foods must always be avoided or prepared carefully.
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Cheese
To reduce the risk of being exposed to the listeria bacteria avoid both pasteurised and unpasteurised soft cheeses which generally have a surface mold or rind like Brie, Camembert and Danish Blue. Also avoid cheeses coated in wax like Gouda, Post Salut. Its best to keep clear of the great majority of blue cheeses such as Stilton, Gorgonzola and Roquefort. Hard cheeses such as Cheddar, Parmesan, and Red Leicester fall into the safe class as do softer cheeses made of pasteurised milk such as Cottage cheese, mozzarella, ricotta, processed cheese and cheese spreads. If doubtful play safe and avoid consuming it.
Eggs
The salmonella bacteria are most commonly found in eggs. It is best to avoid any foods made with raw or partially cooked eggs like homemade mayonnaise, meringues, cheesecakes, sorbets or mousses. Eggs are only safe to eat if they have been cooked long enough so that their yolks become solid. Shop-bought mayonnaises are typically safe as long as theyve been made with pasteurised eggs. Always check the label if in doubt.
Milk
Avoid any and all products which havent been pasteurised. All pasteurised products are totally safe to use all through pregnancy and beyond.
Meat
Do not eat raw or under cooked meat or chicken. Also avoid meat which have been preserved in nitrates like salami, hotdogs and lunch meat. Always cook meat so that the juices run clear and there is not any pinkness or blood inside. When touching raw meat and poultry always wash your hands totally before touching any other foods. Liver contains vitamin A in in the shape of retinol which if taken by an expectant moms can increase her levels way above the recommended daily intake and become damaging to the baby. Liver must be avoided as well as products containing liver like pate and liver sausage.
Seafood
Oysters and any raw or uncooked fish must always be avoided. Also shelled seafood like crab, prawns, and langoustines must be steered clear of unless they have been totally cooked and are hot. Most seafood bought from a fishmonger or supermarket should be safe. Fresh tuna should really only be eaten once a month thanks to the potential levels of mercury found inside. This is also correct for swordfish and shark. Tinned tuna contains lower levels so this is safe to eat each week.
Salads
All prepared shop purchased salads are best to be avoided. So too are dressed salads like coleslaw, potato salad and Florida salad. Its best to make your own and make sure that all leaves are thoroughly washed free from soils and other deposits found on the leaves.
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