Food that you should avoid eating during pregnancy

Risk of toxoplasmosis, salmonella, or listeria which can cause miscarriage or serious illness.

Raw or Undercooked Meat, Eggs, and Seafood

Can carry Listeria, which may lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Unpasteurized Dairy Products

Mercury can affect fetal brain and nervous system development.

High-Mercury Fish

Even small amounts can cause fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), affecting baby’s brain, heart, and facial features.

Alcohol

High caffeine intake is linked to low birth weight and miscarriage.

Excess Caffeine

High in trans fats, sodium, and sugar; low in nutrients.

Processed and Junk Foods