Foods to avoid in Pregnancy
Avoid for risk from Mercury:
Shark Swordfish King Mackeral Tilefish
Ok to Eat:
Shrimp
Canned light tuna (in moderation) NOT albacore
Salmon
Pollack ( i.e fish sticks, fast food sandwiches)
Catfish
Cod
See FDA FACTS for more infoamtion, vist FDA site
FDA™s food safety website
Avoid for risk of Listeriosis Unless heated until steaming hot:
Hot dogs, Lunch meats, Bologna, Deli meats
Refrigerated pate
Meat spreads
Smoked seafood
Unpasteurized milk or milk products
Soft cheeses-feta, queso blanco, queso fresco, Brie, Camembert, (unless labeled pasteurized)