Rillaud : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰
Yes!
Risk
No risk
Information
Pregnancy is a delicate period and it is important to monitor what you eat. Pork rillettes, or rillauds, are considered a source of protein, but are also considered a food at risk. It is best to avoid eating rillettes during pregnancy, as they can contain bacteria that can cause food infections that are dangerous for mother and baby. The rillettes are also very salty and rich in fat, which can cause excessive weight during pregnancy. Doctors generally recommend that pregnant women limit their consumption of foods rich in fat and sodium, which includes rillettes. If you really want to eat rillettes during your pregnancy, it is best to choose pasteurized or high temperature products which are less at risk of bacterial contamination. Also make sure to cook them well before eating and consuming them quickly after their preparation. Finally, be careful not to abuse rillettes and eat them occasionally, cooking them well.
All these recommendations are given as an indication based on ANSES information and cannot replace the advice of a health professional.
