Pregnant: can I eat foie gras ?

During the holidays ?

You're expecting a happy event and you're craving foie gras. At the start of pregnancy, women are quick to ask what they should eat. What can you eat ? During the Christmas festivities in particular, the table contains foie gras as well as shellfish. The diet for pregnant women is changing, and a number of precautions need to be taken. So, is it safe to eat foie gras ?

HOW SHOULD YOU EAT WHEN YOU'RE PREGNANT ?

Eating during pregnancy can be dangerous if precautions are not taken. There are many illnesses that can have consequences for your child. Terms like toxoplasmosis, listeriosis and salmonella. Most of the time, these bacteria are found in undercooked or undercooked food, as is the case with shellfish and CRU duck or goose foie gras. In fact, there is no risk if the foie gras is cooked, as the cooking process has killed off any bacteria that might be present.

EATING COOKED FOIE GRAS DURING PREGNANCY: NOTHING DANGEROUS !

Let's put an end to preconceived ideas right now! Raw food can be harmful to pregnant women, which is why we are wary of duck or goose foie gras. This food is often served raw or half-cooked. So if you're pregnant, ask your hosts if the dish you want to eat, foie gras or not, is cooked.

THE DIFFERENT FORMS OF FOIE GRAS TO BE CONSUMED BY PREGNANT WOMEN

So which foie gras can you enjoy with complete peace of mind? To make sure there are no traces of parasites in your foie gras, choose sterilised foie gras. In fact, foie gras in tins or hermetically sealed jars cooked at over 100°C is perfectly safe. Similarly, you can also eat foie gras that has been pasteurised at 65°C before being packaged in tins, vacuum-packs or jars. Enjoy the festive season while carrying your baby ! At Comtesse du Barry you have a choice of duck foie gras, either jarred or tinned. No need to deprive yourself during the festive season or at any time of the year.

DON'T GO WITHOUT !

A selection of our best products to celebrate baby's arrival and the festive season in style. On the menu: crispy toast with whole duck foie gras from France, topped with a delicious fig chutney and finished off with a selection of 9 refined dark and milk chocolates. And let's not forget the little bundle of joy with our superb Lady du Barry cuddly toy in partnership with Moulin Roty. The reusable box will be perfect for storing your baby's memories, toys or toiletries.