Smoked mackerel : Can I eat this while pregnant? Can my baby eat this?
Pregnant woman 🤰

Risk
Toxoplasmosis
Information
The answer is yes, you can eat smoked mackerel during pregnancy. However, to make sure that the smoked mackerel is safe to consume during pregnancy, you should ensure that the fish is very fresh and that you prepare it properly before eating it. It is important to check that the smoked mackerel is well cooked before consuming it. You should also make sure that the smoked mackerel you buy is safe to eat. You should check its expiration date and if it is well wrapped. You should also limit your smoked mackerel consumption during pregnancy. It is recommended not to eat more than two portions of smoked fish per week. You should also avoid eating smoked mackerel which is very salty or which contains additional chemicals. In conclusion, you can eat smoked mackerel during pregnancy provided you make sure that the fish is fresh and well cooked and to limit your consumption to two portions per week.
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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