Can you eat raw dough and cookie dough while pregnant?
No. It is best to avoid raw dough and cookie dough during pregnancy.
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Raw eggs and raw flour can both carry harmful bacteria, so wait until it is baked.
Why
- Raw or undercooked eggs and poultry can carry salmonella, which causes food poisoning.
- It can carry bacteria that cause food poisoning, which is harder on you 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 raw dough and cookie dough while pregnant?
No. It is best to avoid raw dough and cookie dough during pregnancy. Raw eggs and raw flour can both carry harmful bacteria, so wait until it is baked.
Why is raw dough and cookie dough a concern in pregnancy?
Raw or undercooked eggs and poultry can carry salmonella, which causes food poisoning. It can carry bacteria that cause food poisoning, which is harder on you in pregnancy.
What can I have instead of raw dough and cookie dough?
Cake and baked treats.
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