Pregnancy food guidance
Mayonnaise
Depends—Egg source matters
Commercial mayonnaise made with pasteurized eggs is generally a safer choice. Homemade versions depend on the eggs used.
What changes the answer for Mayonnaise
- Commercial product: follow the label and refrigeration directions.
- Homemade mayonnaise with pasteurized eggs: safer.
- Homemade mayonnaise with unpasteurized raw eggs: avoid.
Why it matters for Mayonnaise
The concern is raw unpasteurized egg, not mayonnaise as a category.
Practical takeaway
Check the package or ask how it was made.
Sources and review details
- Review status
- Source reviewed
- Last reviewed
- Guidance region
- United States