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Can you eat tulum and village cheese while pregnant?

No. It is best to avoid tulum and village cheese during pregnancy.

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Cheeses ripened in a skin or made on a farm are often from raw milk and can carry listeria. Best avoided unless the label says pasteurized.

Why

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 tulum and village cheese while pregnant?

No. It is best to avoid tulum and village cheese during pregnancy. Cheeses ripened in a skin or made on a farm are often from raw milk and can carry listeria. Best avoided unless the label says pasteurized.

Why is tulum and village cheese a concern in pregnancy?

Unpasteurized dairy and juice can carry listeria and other harmful bacteria. It can carry listeria, bacteria that are rare but can cause a serious infection in pregnancy.

What can I have instead of tulum and village cheese?

Hard cheese (cheddar, parmesan, gouda), Feta and white brined cheese.

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