Can you eat deli salads (coleslaw, potato salad) while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have deli salads (coleslaw, potato salad) in pregnancy if you follow the steps below.
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Pre-made salads that sit in a display counter can grow listeria. Eat freshly made ones, or make your own.
Why
- It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
How to enjoy it safely
- Eat it fresh, and do not keep leftovers.
- 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 salads (coleslaw, potato salad) while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have deli salads (coleslaw, potato salad) in pregnancy if you follow the steps below. Pre-made salads that sit in a display counter can grow listeria. Eat freshly made ones, or make your own.
Why is deli salads (coleslaw, potato salad) 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 salads (coleslaw, potato salad) safely while pregnant?
Eat it fresh, and do not keep leftovers. Keep it cold, and eat it within a day or two.
What can I have instead of deli salads (coleslaw, potato salad)?
Lettuce.
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