can you eat blue cheese while pregnant

Blue cheese is generally not recommended to eat during pregnancy unless it is made from pasteurized milk or thoroughly cooked. The main concern is the risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause listeriosis—a foodborne illness dangerous for pregnant women and their unborn babies. Most blue cheese is made from unpasteurized milk, which increases this risk. If blue cheese is cooked properly (heated over 70°C for several minutes), it can be considered safe to eat during pregnancy. Otherwise, it is best to avoid it to prevent the risk of listeriosis, which can lead to serious complications such as miscarriage or stillbirth.