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Pasteurized yogurt
Great source of calcium and probiotics when pasteurized.
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Cooked salmon
Cook thoroughly to 145°F (63°C), or until opaque and easily flaked. Salmon is a lower-mercury fish choice.
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Fully cooked eggs
Safe when whites and yolks are firm.
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Almonds
Good source of healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E.
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Bananas
Easy to digest and rich in potassium.
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Oatmeal
High in fiber, which helps with pregnancy constipation.
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Spinach
Wash leafy greens thoroughly under running water. Follow safe storage and preparation practices.
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Avocado
Packed with healthy fats, folate, and potassium.
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Fully cooked chicken
Safe when cooked to 165°F (74°C) internal temperature.
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Cooked beans and lentils
Great plant-based protein, iron, and fiber.
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Canned light tuna
Canned light tuna is a lower-mercury choice. Include it within a varied total of 2–3 servings of lower-mercury seafood each week.
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Coffee
ACOG recommends limiting caffeine to 200 mg per day.
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Deli meat
Heat until steaming to reduce listeria risk.
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Cooked shrimp
Low-mercury seafood, but variety matters.
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Raw sushi / sashimi
Risk of harmful bacteria and parasites. Choose cooked rolls.
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Unpasteurized soft cheese
Risk of listeria. Choose pasteurized versions.
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Shark, swordfish, king mackerel, Gulf of Mexico tilefish
These include high-mercury species to avoid during pregnancy. Tilefish guidance depends on where it was caught.
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Raw or undercooked eggs
Risk of salmonella. Cook eggs until firm.
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Alcohol
No known safe amount during pregnancy.
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Raw sprouts
Bacteria can grow in sprout seeds. Cook sprouts before eating.
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