Turkey ham : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰
Risk
No risk
Information
Yes, turkey ham can be consumed during pregnancy, provided that it is well cooked. It is important to ensure that turkey ham is cooked at an internal temperature of at least 165 ° F (74 ° C), in order to avoid any risk of bacterial contamination. In addition, it is advisable to wash your hands well after handling raw turkey ham. Turkey ham can be an excellent source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Pregnant women should make sure you consume enough protein to support baby's development and growth. Indeed, consumption of turkey ham can be a simple and tasty means of achieving this goal. However, as with all foods, it is important to limit the consumption of salted or smoked turkey ham, as it can contain high sodium levels which can be harmful to health.
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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