Can a pregnant woman eat pepper soup?
Chef's answer
Potash is bad for pregnant women. ... Uda/Enge (the pepper soup spice) is bad for pregnant women.
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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Scallops can be a good addition to a healthy diet during pregnancy. Just make sure that you get fresh scallops, clean them thoroughly, and cook them properly before you enjoy them. And if you prefer to give them a pass while you're pregnant, consider replacing them with other types of fish that are low in mercury.
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Cold cooked meats like turkey, beef and chicken and pre-packed meats such as ham and corned beef are safe to eat in pregnancy. But remember that many processed meats are high in salt, so check the food label to choose those lower in salt..
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Can Pregnant Women Eat Lobster? Lobster is another variety of shellfish that's low in mercury, so it's a good choice to add to your pregnancy diet in moderation. The key is to make sure lobster is cooked to at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Can Pregnant Women Eat Scallops? Raw scallops are to be avoided. Cooked scallops can be safe if prepared to a temperature of at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit. If cooked properly, the flesh should appear milky white in color.
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Processed meats and unpasteurized milk and cheeses: Cold cuts, deli meats, and undercooked cuts of meat, like steak, burger patties or tartare, are off limits during pregnancy. That's because raw or cured meats could have bacteria or parasites, the experts warn.
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During the first trimester of pregnancy, listeriosis may cause miscarriage. As the pregnancy progresses to third trimester, the mother is more at risk. Listeriosis can also lead to premature labor, the delivery of a low-birth-weight infant, or infant death.
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Hot dogs are safe to eat during pregnancy, as long as they are cooked over 160 degrees F. Any processed meat, such as hot dogs, salami, or cold cuts, can potentially be contaminated with bacteria during the packaging stage.
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