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Can I eat yogurt while pregnant?

Pasteurized yogurt is generally fine during pregnancy.

Pregnancy food guidance

Yogurt

Usually OK—If pasteurized

Pasteurized yogurt is generally fine during pregnancy.

What changes the answer for Yogurt

  • Check that the milk is pasteurized.
  • Keep refrigerated.
  • Use by the package date.

Why it matters for Yogurt

Pasteurized dairy is the safer choice during pregnancy.

Practical takeaway

Choose a pasteurized commercial product.

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