Can you eat deli and cold cuts while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have deli and cold cuts 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.
- Keep it cold, and eat it within a day or two.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you eat deli and cold cuts while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have deli and cold cuts in pregnancy if you follow the steps below. Ham, turkey, roast beef and other packaged slices can carry listeria. Heat them until steaming, for example in a toasted sandwich.
Why is deli and cold cuts a concern in pregnancy?
It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How can I have deli and cold cuts safely while pregnant?
Heat it until steaming hot all the way through. Do not eat it cold. Keep it cold, and eat it within a day or two.
What can I have instead of deli and cold cuts?
Chicken, Eggs (cooked firm).
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