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Unwashed fruits and vegetables can be may be contaminated with bacteria and parasites such as Toxoplasma, E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria as per a Healthline.com report. Therefore one shouldn't eat fruit or veggies unless washed and cooked properly.
Raw Sprouts which is commonly used in salads also house Salmonella bacteria, so it's best to avoid eating in raw form.
Much like unwashed food products, soft cheese also contains listeria, a type of bacteria that can cause illness and pregnancy loss.
Raw Or Uncooked Food in any form is not advisable while you are pregnant. It can carry infections and bacteria.
There is the presence of Salmonella bacteria in raw eggs which can be fatal during pregnancy. Therefore, it is best to eat fully-cooked eggs.
It is best to avoid processed or deli meat as it contains high levels of sodium and unhealthy fats.
It is believed that the type of latex present in unripe papaya can trigger uterine contractions, leading to early labor.
Many believe Jackfruit produces heat in the body, that's why it is advised not to consume it in large amounts during pregnancy or best is to avoid it.
Try and limit your daily tea or coffee cups. Why? Because High levels of caffeine can increase your risk of miscarriage, premature birth or a baby with low birth weight, reportedly.
Needless to say why - Stay away from that can of beer or glass of whiskey as it increases chances of pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS).
Commonly it is best advised not to eat pineapple during pregnancy as it contains an enzyme called bromelain which can create health issues. Abnormal bleeding or miscarriage is usually associated with it.