No risks
Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano) is a cooked pressed cheese with a very long aging period (minimum 12 months). Its very low water content makes listeria growth practically impossible.
It can be eaten without restriction during pregnancy, even when made from raw milk.
To learn more, read our complete guide on cheese during pregnancy.
To learn more, read our comprehensive guide: everything you need to know about this food during pregnancy
Yes, Parmesan is allowed without restriction during pregnancy, even when made from raw milk. Its very long aging (minimum 12 months) and low water content make listeria growth practically impossible.
There is no risk in eating Parmesan during pregnancy. It is a cooked pressed cheese that has been aged for a long time. It is also rich in calcium and protein, important nutrients during pregnancy.
Yes, Parmigiano Reggiano is always made from raw milk and it is perfectly safe during pregnancy. The manufacturing process (high-temperature curd cooking) and long aging eliminate all risk of listeriosis.
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