Is mayonnaise ok in pregnancy?

Question

I'm in my first trimester and craving all sorts of things, especially sandwiches with a lot of mayonnaise. My sister-in-law told me it's not safe during pregnancy because of raw eggs. Is this true, ya kya thoda kha sakte hain?

Sheetal Gupta · Accepted Answer

During pregnancy, every expense counts, and so does every food item. To avoid any health risks or costly treatments later, it's best to be safe. Commercially produced mayo is usually pasteurized and fine, but homemade, with raw eggs, can be risky. Always check the label; if in doubt, avoid it.

Gayathri Devi · Answer

My grandmother always said to eat simple, homemade food during pregnancy. For mayonnaise, if it's from a good brand and specifically says 'pasteurized eggs,' then it should be okay. But if it's homemade with raw eggs, better to avoid. Always listen to your doctor first for sure.

Anuja Kulkarni · Answer

Ho na, the main thing is pasteurized eggs. If it's the jarred, store-bought type, then usually it's safe because the eggs are pasteurized. But for homemade or from small places, where raw eggs might be used, better to avoid. It's always best to be extra careful during pregnancy, haan na?

Priya Sharma · Answer

Hi, I'm expecting my first baby and I'm very new to all these dietary restrictions. So, if the mayonnaise jar says 'pasteurized', it means it's safe to eat? Just wanted to confirm. Thank you.

Ritika Singh · Answer

As your friendly nurse-type person, I'd say most commercial mayonnaise is fine because they use pasteurized eggs to kill bacteria. The real worry is with raw eggs, which can have salmonella. So if you're eating out or having homemade, just check if they used pasteurized eggs. Otherwise, store-bought is usually okay in moderation.

Is mayonnaise ok in pregnancy?

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

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