Foods to Avoid in Pregnancy

What foods should I avoid in pregnancy?

Here are some general guidelines on food intake during pregnancy:

Fish/Seafood:

• Eat no more than 12 oz of cooked fish a week
• Limit tuna to once per week
• Avoid shark, tile fish, or king mackerel

Alcohol:

• Not recommended in pregnancy, as no one knows how much alcohol is safe to drink during pregnancy

Caffeine:

• 1 cup of drip coffee, tea, or soda a day is ok to drink

General food guidelines:

• Avoid eating raw meat
• Cook deli meat until steaming
• Avoid unpasteurized milk and cheese

In general, eating well during your pregnancy is the best thing you can do for you and your baby.