Can you eat bagel and lox while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have bagel and lox in pregnancy if you follow the steps below.
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Cold-smoked salmon is not cooked. Choose cooked fish or a different topping.
Why
- It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How to enjoy it safely
- Eat it only when it has been fully cooked.
- Ask how it is made, and how well it is cooked, before you order.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you eat bagel and lox while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have bagel and lox in pregnancy if you follow the steps below. Cold-smoked salmon is not cooked. Choose cooked fish or a different topping.
Why is bagel and lox a concern in pregnancy?
It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How can I have bagel and lox safely while pregnant?
Eat it only when it has been fully cooked. Ask how it is made, and how well it is cooked, before you order.
What can I have instead of bagel and lox?
Avocado toast.
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