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What foods should be avoided during pregnancy?

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  • Raw or undercooked meats (including cold deli meats): risk of foodborne infections such as toxoplasmosis or salmonella.
  • Unpasteurized milk and cheeses: risk of listeria infection.
  • Raw fish and high-mercury fish (such as shark, swordfish): can harm fetal development.
  • Unwashed fruits and vegetables: may carry harmful bacteria or parasites.
  • Excess caffeine (over 200 mg per day = about 2 cups of coffee): may increase risk of miscarriage or low birth weight.