Ham sandwich : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?

Pregnant woman 🤰

Yes, with conditions

Risk

Listeriosis - toxoplasmosis

Information

It is possible to eat ham sandwiches during pregnancy, provided you learn well about the precautions to be taken. Indeed, ham contains pathogens such as Listeria, which can present a risk for the baby. Therefore, it is important to find out about the type of ham that you buy and cook it well in order to kill any present pathogen. You can also eat cooked ham sandwiches, because cooked ham keeps better and is not also at risk for your health. It is also important to remember that ham foods are very rich in sodium and fat, which can contribute to excessive weight gain during pregnancy. Therefore, you should consume ham sandwiches in moderation and in combination with healthy and nutritious foods.

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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