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What Foods Should be Avoided in Pregnancy?
Jul
17
2010
I wanted to know if there are some foods that should be strictly avoided while a woman is pregnant. I know there might be a long list but I wanted to have an idea as to what are those types of foods.
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The other two fruits that should be strictly avoided during pregnancy are papaya and pineapple. Please do not touch these 2 as the results might be very severe.
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Answer #1
There are certain foods that are best avoided when you are trying to conceive and also in pregnancy. This is because of risk of infection or because they contain potential toxins. For example: unpasteurised milk, soft cheeses and pate can contain a type of bacteria called listeria that can cause miscarriage and premature labour; raw and uncooked cured meats (such as ham, prosciutto) and unwashed (soil-covered) vegetables may carry toxoplasma, an organism that can cause abnormalities in the baby; liver, as we have seen, contains high quantities of vitamin A; and raw meat, poultry and eggs can carry salmonella, a type of bacteria that causes food poisoning. Remember when storing or preparing food to keep raw meat and poultry separate from cooked and pre-prepared foods and use separate utensils for them. In addition, always wash you hands thoroughly after handling raw meat and poultry.