Pregnant and smoked salmon

1. Many pregnant women avoid smoked salmon because this product could be dangerous for the unborn child. This advice is not without reason: no less than 15 percent of the vacuum-packed smoked salmon is contaminated with Listeria, of which 3 percent even contains dangerous amounts. However, it only concerns vacuum packed cold smoked salmon that is eaten raw. A different preparation method or different storage can drastically reduce the risk of Listeria contamination, making the smoked salmon also suitable for pregnant women.

Benefits of smoked salmon during pregnancy

1. Pregnant and eating fish go very well together. Fish, and in particular fatty fish such as salmon, contain many beneficial substances that contribute to the proper development of the child. Salmon, for example, contains the essential fatty acids DHA and EPA, which are important for brain development. The vitamins A, D and B12 from salmon are good for the eyes, skin, skeleton and nervous system. Especially vitamin D

Dangers of smoked salmon during pregnancy

1. There are many who advise avoiding smoked salmon during pregnancy. Whether this is true, however, depends on many factors. There are a number of risks from bacteria and parasites during pregnancy

2. There are many who advise avoiding smoked salmon during pregnancy. However, whether this is true depends on many factors. There are a number of risks from bacteria and parasites during pregnancy