Goose rillettes : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰

Risk
Listeriosis
Information
Goose rillettes are a type of French charcuterie that can be consumed during pregnancy. However, as with all meat products, it is important to respect certain precautions during cooking and consumption. Before consuming goose rillettes during pregnancy, it is important to make sure that the meat has been well cooked. This is particularly important for meat products, as they can contain bacteria or parasites that can be harmful to mother and baby. It is recommended to cook the goose rillettes at a minimum internal temperature of 72 ° C. In addition, it is important to remember that goose rillettes are rich in salt and fat and that they must therefore be consumed in moderation during pregnancy. Pregnant women should limit their consumption of goose rillettes to once a week, and they should avoid consuming them regularly. Finally, it is important to keep in mind that goose rillettes are not a substitute for a healthy and balanced diet, and that pregnant women should always consume a variety of nutritious and healthy food products in order to benefit from 'an adequate and balanced diet.
All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.