Can I eat gorgonzola while pregnant?
You should be careful with Gorgonzola during pregnancy due to the risk of Listeria.
Emily · mom-to-be
Grounded in ACOG, FDA & NHS guidance
Mama, while Gorgonzola is a delicious blue-veined cheese, health guidelines advise caution during pregnancy. This is primarily because soft, mold-ripened cheeses, especially if made with unpasteurized milk, can sometimes harbor Listeria bacteria, which can be harmful to you and your baby.
However, there's good news! You can safely enjoy Gorgonzola if it's cooked thoroughly until it's steaming hot all the way through, as this heat kills any potential bacteria. Always check the label to see if the cheese is made with pasteurized milk, but even then, cooking is the safest approach for soft blue cheeses.
Always check with your OB if you have any specific concerns, mama.
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