Can you eat blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton) while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton) in pregnancy if you follow the steps below.
Why
- It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How to enjoy it safely
- Heat it until steaming hot all the way through. Do not eat it cold.
- Choose pasteurized only, and check the label.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you eat blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton) while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton) in pregnancy if you follow the steps below. Blue-veined cheeses can carry listeria. They are fine cooked until steaming hot, for example in a sauce.
Why is blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton) a concern in pregnancy?
It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How can I have blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton) safely while pregnant?
Heat it until steaming hot all the way through. Do not eat it cold. Choose pasteurized only, and check the label.
What can I have instead of blue cheese (gorgonzola, roquefort, stilton)?
Hard cheese (cheddar, parmesan, gouda).
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