Raw egg : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?

Pregnant woman 🤰

Avoid!

Risk

Salmonellosis - listeriosis

Information

Eating raw eggs during pregnancy is not advised because they can be at risk of contamination by salmonella and other bacteria. To be sure to eat raw eggs safely, it is necessary to check that the egg is fresh and of good quality. It is also important to wash it well before consuming it and ensuring that it is well cooked. As a rule, it is preferable to avoid eating raw eggs during pregnancy, as there is a risk of contamination by harmful bacteria. It is therefore advisable to cook the eggs well before consuming them.

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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