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

Pregnant woman 🤰

Avoid!

Risk

Listeriosis - toxoplasmosis

Information

Pregnancy is a special period in the life of a woman who requires a healthy and balanced diet. Although pastrami can be consumed during pregnancy, it is necessary to be cautious and consume it in moderation. Pastrami is smoked and salty meat that can contain high levels of sodium and nitrates. These ingredients can contribute to an increase in blood pressure and water retention, which is not good for health and can cause complications for the mother and the baby. In addition, pastrami can contain harmful bacteria for pregnant women, such as salmonella and listeria. Therefore, it is important that pregnant women consume pastrami in moderation. It is preferable to choose healthier varieties, without added nitrates and with reduced sodium content. It is also important to cook it before consuming it, in order to destroy all harmful bacteria. Finally, it is important to consult a doctor before consuming pastrami during pregnancy, to ensure that the body reacts well to its consumption and to ensure that the baby is not exposed to unnecessary risks.

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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