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

Pregnant woman 🤰

Avoid!

Risk

Listeriosis - toxoplasmosis

Information

It is possible to consume speck ham during pregnancy, provided you do it in moderation. It is important to note that Speck ham is a smoked pork product, which contains higher levels of sodium and nitrite than other types of ham. In addition, Speck ham is often richer in saturated fat than other varieties of ham. However, if you opt for Speck ham during your pregnancy, be sure to cook it well and eat it in moderation. You should also avoid consuming too thick slices. And you should also avoid consuming speck ham too frequently. It is better to consume it only from time to time and in small quantities. Also, when you opt for the speck ham, you should make sure that the ham is fresh and is well cooked. You should also check that ham does not contain chemicals, nitrates or added nitrites because these chemicals can be harmful to health. In conclusion, the speck ham can be consumed during pregnancy provided you do it in moderation. Make sure the ham is fresh, well cooked and does not contain chemicals or nitrates or nitrites added.

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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