Friday, 7 December 2012

Handling food during pregnancy

Women are more susceptible during pregnancy to food-borne illness, which also can harm the unborn baby, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says.

The academy offers these food safety suggestions for pregnant women:

Today’s Health Tips

* Wash your hands frequently.

* Make sure you keep raw meat separate from ready-to-eat foods.

* Always cook food thoroughly until it reaches the appropriate temperature.

* Quickly refrigerate any leftovers to 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower.

* Avoid potentially risky foods, such as raw or undercooked eggs or meat, unpasteurised milk and raw fish.

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