Pregnancy food safety · 5 entries
Fastfood during pregnancy
Fast food is fine in pregnancy. There's nothing unsafe about a burger and fries — the same rules apply here as anywhere else. Three things to check. Burgers cooked through to 160°F (71°C), not pink in the middle. Chicken to 165°F (74°C). And cold cuts in a sub or sandwich — ham, turkey, salami — asked for toasted or heated until steaming, because cold deli meat can carry listeria. Everything else is just food: pizza, tacos, fried chicken, fries, milkshakes, ice cream. Keep an eye on the caffeine in a large cola. And yes, most of it is heavy on salt and light on the things you need most right now — but that's a nutrition point, not a safety one, and some days it's the trade you want to make.
Every fastfood entry, with a verdict
Sorted with the ones worth knowing about first. Avoid means skip it entirely; take care means it depends on how it was prepared.
Hot dogs
SafeMake sure that the hot dog is heated to 165°F (74°C) or steaming hot, and enjoy!
Burgers
SafeMake sure that all the ingredients are cooked well, especially meat: 160°F (71°C) for a beef patty, 165°F (74°C) for turkey or chicken. Try to avoid processed burgers from the big fast-food chains as they contain no nutrients but lots of trans-oils and calories.
French fries
SafeThey are okay to eat, but don't overdo it with french fries as they can lead to excessive weight gain.
Sandwiches
SafeSandwiches are okay when you make them on your own. Avoid sandwiches with deli meat and other meat or fish ingredients that were not steamed. Don't buy ready-made sandwiches or do it only in trusted places.
Pizza
SafeIt's okay to have a piece of pizza, make sure that all the ingredients were cooked well and enjoy!
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