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can i eat burrata when pregnant
Billie, I wanted your advice on something. Can I eat burrata cheese when I'm pregnant?
Hey there! While I'm not a doctor, I can tell you what I do know. Pregnant women are generally advised to avoid unpasteurized cheeses. Burrata, like many soft cheeses, is often made with unpasteurized milk which can carry bacteria like listeria.
Oh, I see. So it's quite risky, isn't it?
It can be, yes. Risky bacteria like listeria can cause complications during pregnancy. But there's good news. Some makers do use pasteurized milk for their burrata. So you just have to make sure the burrata you eat is made from pasteurized milk.
Oh, I hadn't thought about it this way. But how do I make sure if it's made from pasteurized milk or not?
Usually, packaging foods includes information about whether or not they're made with pasteurized milk. You can check the labels, or ask at the counter if you're buying it from a deli. But, it's always best to check with your healthcare provider.
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