Beta, generally we say to avoid such heavy and heating non-veg items during pregnancy, but if you really want, you can have a little bit. Just make sure it is washed properly and cooked very well at home with mild spices. Do not eat it from outside places as they might not cook it thoroughly.
I had a major panic moment when I accidentally ate a crab curry at a family dinner, thinking seafood is totally banned! But my doctor laughed and told me cooked crab is actually very low in mercury and super safe. Just ensure it is completely cooked and not raw or semi-cooked.
I checked this on my pregnancy tracker app when I was expecting! Cooked crab is actually listed in the 'best choices' category because it is low in mercury and high in zinc. Just make sure it is steaming hot and fully cooked to 145 degrees Fahrenheit to kill any bacteria.
Crab is perfectly fine to eat and gives great protein, which is helpful when you are managing work and pregnancy. Just make sure you order from a highly hygienic place or make it at home so you know it is fully cooked. Avoid raw seafood like sushi completely to save yourself from infections.
Yes, you can eat crab, but it absolutely must be 100% fully cooked to avoid any infections. Since I had thyroid issues, I was extremely careful with my seafood intake and only ate it when my doctor said it was fine. Keep checking with your doctor about your diet at every routine check-up.
I am in my 5th month now and my cravings for seafood are so real! My mom told me crab is safe if it's prepared well, but I am still a bit hesitant. Are you guys eating home-cooked crab or ordering in?
