Pork ham : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?

Pregnant woman 🤰

Yes, with conditions

Risk

Listeriosis - toxoplasmosis

Information

Pork ham is a common food, but the question of whether you can eat it during pregnancy is a little more complex. Consumption of pork ham during pregnancy may be safe, provided you prepare it and mangie it correctly. Pork ham includes meat, organ meats and meat juice. Lowns are organs such as liver and kidneys, which can be a source of infections and diseases. Therefore, you need to take additional precautions to prepare and consume pork ham during pregnancy. You should always make sure that pork ham is well cooked, until it is well cooked inside. You should also make sure that it is stored properly and consumed quickly after preparation. You should avoid consuming products based on pork ham, such as bacon, rolls and pre-batted dishes containing pork ham. These products are often treated with conservation agents and may contain bacteria and contaminants that can harm your health and that of your baby. In conclusion, you can eat pork ham during pregnancy, provided you prepare it and consume it correctly. However, you should avoid consuming products based on pork ham, such as bacon, rolled and pre-battled dishes.

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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