PREGNANCY

Can you eat corned beef when pregnant?

Last modified on Monday 15 June 2020

Find out if it's safe to eat corned beef during pregnancy, plus precautions to take to keep yourself and your baby healthy.

The official advice on eating corned beef in pregnancy

Good news! Corned beef is safe to eat in pregnancy, according to both the NHS and the British Nutrition Foundation. However, it can be high in salt, to it's best to eat it in moderation.

Canned corned beef that you buy from the shops is pre-cooked, so should be fine to eat cold or hot.

If you want to make corned beef yourself at home, make sure that the beef is fully cooked through before eating.

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