Can you eat chorizo while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have chorizo in pregnancy if you follow the steps below.
Why
- Raw or undercooked meat can carry toxoplasma, a parasite that can harm the baby.
- 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.
- Heat it until steaming hot all the way through. Do not eat it cold.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you eat chorizo while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have chorizo in pregnancy if you follow the steps below. Cured chorizo is eaten raw and can carry toxoplasma, while the soft cooking kind is fine when fried through. Heat cured slices until steaming.
Why is chorizo a concern in pregnancy?
Raw or undercooked meat can carry toxoplasma, a parasite that can harm the baby. It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How can I have chorizo safely while pregnant?
Eat it only when it has been fully cooked. Heat it until steaming hot all the way through. Do not eat it cold.
What can I have instead of chorizo?
Chicken, Beef.
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