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Queijo do Pastor : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?

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Queijo do Pastor  - Pregnancy Nutrition

Risk

Listeriosis

Information

It is possible to eat Queijo Do Pastor during pregnancy, provided you do so in a moderate manner. The Queijo do Pastor is a cheese from Portugal and made from sheep's milk. It contains living bacteria which can be harmful to the fetus if they are consumed in too large quantities. However, if the Queijo Do Pastor is well cooked, it should not present a risk for the mother and the fetus. It is therefore recommended to cook the cheese at a high temperature to remove harmful bacteria. In addition, since the Queijo Do Pastor is a soft cheese, it is easier to cook it to make it sure to consume. In conclusion, it is possible to eat Queijo Do Pastor during pregnancy, provided you cook it at a high temperature to eliminate harmful bacteria. It is however recommended to limit your consumption and consult your doctor before any consumption.

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All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.

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