Can we eat mozzarella cheese during pregnancy?

Question

I love mozzarella cheese, especially on pizzas or salads. But now that I'm pregnant, I'm being super careful about everything I eat. Can we eat mozzarella cheese during pregnancy, or should I avoid it?

Mamta Bajaj · Answer

You can eat it if it's pasteurized, but keep a track of your diet and don't miss your regular thyroid and doctor check-ups.

Lakshmi Lohia · Answer

My MIL always said to eat fresh, well-cooked food, so I only ate mozzarella that was heated properly on home-made pizza. Make sure it's pasteurized.

Samhita Menon · Answer

I love cheese, so I really hope pasteurized mozzarella is fine! Are there other cheeses we should totally avoid when we are trying?

Smita Alva · Answer

Yes, pasteurized mozzarella is completely safe to eat during pregnancy.

Madhuri Ghosh · Answer

Most mozzarella bought in supermarkets here is pasteurized and totally safe, especially when melted. Just avoid unpasteurized raw cheeses, and you're good.