Shraddha Iyer Shraddha Iyer Asked 8 months ago

Can i eat brie during pregnancy?

I went to a party last night and almost ate some brie cheese, which I love. My friend stopped me, saying soft cheeses are a no-no during pregnancy. Is it true that I can't eat brie during pregnancy?

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Gopal Das Gopal Das Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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During pregnancy, keeping a happy heart is the most important thing. As for Brie, soft cheeses can sometimes carry impurities, so it is safer to stick to fully cooked or traditional hard cheeses. Take care and stay positive.

Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I had a very difficult pregnancy with infection scares, so my doctor made me avoid all soft cheeses like Brie. They can carry listeria which is highly dangerous. Please consult your gynaecologist before eating any unpasteurised dairy.

Satish Kamat Satish Kamat Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Brie has a high sodium and fat content, which might not be great if you are keeping an eye on your blood pressure during pregnancy. Make sure you get your BP checked regularly and stick to low-sodium, pasteurised dairy options.

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Sharda Devi Sharda Devi Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I know how hard those food cravings can get during pregnancy, dear. But soft cheeses like Brie are not very suited for our warm climate and can spoil easily. Stick to fresh homemade paneer or thoroughly boiled milk to keep your stomach happy.

Lincy Thomas Lincy Thomas Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Generally, Brie is off-limits during pregnancy because of the risk of listeriosis, which can be critical. However, if the label explicitly says 'made from pasteurised milk' and you cook it until it bubbles, it is safer. Personally, I'd suggest skipping it to avoid any risk.

Rhea Kapoor Rhea Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Hey babe! Don't stress too much about every single thing you eat. But with Brie, the general rule is to avoid it unless it is made from pasteurised milk and thoroughly cooked. Paneer is always a safer, yummy bet for now!

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Rohan Joshi Rohan Joshi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Brie is delicious but it is a bit of a party pooper during pregnancy! Since it is a soft cheese, it is prone to bacteria unless it is cooked until piping hot. Maybe skip the raw cheese platter for a few months and celebrate later.

Ananya Sharma Ananya Sharma Joined May 2026 6 months ago

When managing hormonal levels like thyroid during pregnancy, keeping your gut healthy is key. Brie can sometimes carry bacteria that mess with your digestion. Stick to safe pasteurised cheeses and don't forget your monthly thyroid checkups.

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