Can you eat eggs benedict while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have eggs benedict in pregnancy if you follow the steps below.
PrepareRestaurant dishes
Hollandaise and poached eggs are both often undercooked. Ask for a firm egg and a cooked sauce.
Why
- Raw or undercooked eggs and poultry can carry salmonella, which causes food poisoning.
How to enjoy it safely
- Cook eggs until the white and the yolk are firm.
- 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 eggs benedict while pregnant?
Yes, when prepared the safe way. You can have eggs benedict in pregnancy if you follow the steps below. Hollandaise and poached eggs are both often undercooked. Ask for a firm egg and a cooked sauce.
Why is eggs benedict a concern in pregnancy?
Raw or undercooked eggs and poultry can carry salmonella, which causes food poisoning.
How can I have eggs benedict safely while pregnant?
Cook eggs until the white and the yolk are firm. Ask how it is made, and how well it is cooked, before you order.
What can I have instead of eggs benedict?
Eggs (cooked firm).
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