Andouille : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?

Pregnant woman 🤰

Avoid!

Risk

Listeriosis - toxoplasmosis

Information

During pregnancy, eating andouille can be a concern for pregnant women. Although this sausage can be considered as sure to eat when it is well prepared and properly cooked, it is best to consult your doctor before eating all kinds of cold meats. Most doctors recommend limiting the consumption of cold meats and raw or insufficiently cooked meat during pregnancy. Andouille is often prepared from pork, which can contain bacteria such as salmonellosis and E. coli. If the meat is insufficiently cooked, these bacteria can be dangerous for the health of the mother and the unborn child. Even if the andouille is well cooked, it can contain high levels of sodium and nitrites, which are considered as risk factors for the development of hypertension in the mother and the baby. Therefore, it is preferable to limit the consumption of andouille during pregnancy and to consume healthier and more nutritious foods. In conclusion, eating andouille during pregnancy can be safe if it is well cooked and consumed in moderation. However, you should always consult your doctor before eating cold meats and raw or insufficiently cooked meat.

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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