Can you eat liver sausage (leberwurst) while pregnant?
No. It is best to avoid liver sausage (leberwurst) during pregnancy.
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Made from liver, so it is very high in vitamin A, and spreadable sausages can carry listeria. Best avoided.
Why
- It is very high in retinol (vitamin A), which in large amounts 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
Best avoided, so there is no safe way to prepare it. Try one of the swaps above.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you eat liver sausage (leberwurst) while pregnant?
No. It is best to avoid liver sausage (leberwurst) during pregnancy. Made from liver, so it is very high in vitamin A, and spreadable sausages can carry listeria. Best avoided.
Why is liver sausage (leberwurst) a concern in pregnancy?
It is very high in retinol (vitamin A), which in large amounts can harm the baby. It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.
What can I have instead of liver sausage (leberwurst)?
Chicken, Beef.
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