Listeriosis is a disease caused by bacteria called listeria. It's usually benign except for the pregnant woman! Very resistant to cold, this bacterium can contaminate an entire refrigerator. Certain foods are therefore absolutely prohibited, because they can be carriers. The general rule is to ban anything that is raw, undercooked or smoked. Forget tartars and carpaccios! Say goodbye to your weekly enjoyment of eating Japanese food! Sushi, maki and other sashimi are prohibited during your pregnancy. Raw shellfish, crustaceans, surimi, tarama are also part of the lot. As for charcuterie, avoid rillettes, pâtés, foie gras and jelly products! For dairy products, be careful! Raw milk, raw milk cheese, artisan cheeses and cheese crusts are prohibited. Also cross off your shopping list eggs and raw sprouted seeds such as soybeans!
Toxoplasmosis is a disease that can cause serious malformations in the fetus. With a simple blood test at the beginning of pregnancy, you will be able to know if you are immune or not. If this is not the case, certain rules must be followed carefully to avoid any risk. Fruits and vegetables should be thoroughly washed with vinegar and peeled. Ban raw and raw milk products, as they can transmit toxoplasmosis and listeriosis. To provide all the essential nutrients to your baby, you must maintain a balanced diet. Then eat well-cooked meat and fish! But be careful with certain fish (swordfish, marlin, siki, shark and lamprey) which may contain mercury and therefore pose a risk to your child.
