Food and pregnancy: what can you eat?

Yes, raclette is allowed as long as the cheese is fully melted and cooked through. Cooking eliminates the risks associated with listeria. Choose pasteurized milk cheeses and pair with cooked charcuterie.

Yes, industrial mozzarella is generally made from pasteurized milk and can be consumed safely. However, check the label and avoid artisanal raw milk mozzarella. Find all the details in our cheese during pregnancy guide.

Smoked salmon is not recommended during pregnancy because it is not cooked and may contain Listeria bacteria. However, well-cooked salmon is perfectly safe and rich in beneficial omega-3. See our fish during pregnancy guide for more details.

Sushi made with raw fish is not recommended during pregnancy due to the risk of listeriosis and parasites. Vegetarian sushi or sushi made with cooked fish remains a safe alternative. Find all precautions in our dedicated article.

Refrigerated rillettes (from the fresh section) are not recommended during pregnancy as they carry a risk of listeriosis. However, canned (non-refrigerated) sterilized rillettes can be consumed safely. Always check the type of preservation.

Dry sausage is not recommended during pregnancy as it is dried raw meat, which carries a risk of toxoplasmosis and listeriosis. Choose cooked charcuterie like cooked ham instead. See our charcuterie during pregnancy guide.

Raw oysters are not recommended during pregnancy due to bacterial and viral risks (norovirus, Vibrio). If they are well cooked, the risk is eliminated. Find our complete recommendations in our fish and seafood guide.

Semi-cooked foie gras or sterilized canned foie gras can be consumed with caution, but fresh or homemade foie gras is not recommended. Foie gras also contains a lot of vitamin A, which should be consumed in moderation. Read our dedicated foie gras during pregnancy article.

Roquefort is not recommended during pregnancy because it is a blue-veined cheese made from raw milk, which is conducive to Listeria growth. Choose hard cheeses or pasteurized milk cheeses instead. See our cheese during pregnancy guide.

Don't panic: a single lapse carries very low risk. Watch for any symptoms (fever, nausea, diarrhea) in the following days. If in doubt or if symptoms appear, consult your doctor or midwife promptly.