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Can You Eat Mozzarella Cheese While Pregnant?

Many women are cautious about their food choices during pregnancy. Mozzarella is generally safe to consume during pregnancy so long as it is made from pasteurized milk.

Almost all of the mozzarellas sold in the U.S. undergo this heat treatment designed to remove harmful bacteria.

Still, checking the label or asking your local cheesemaker to confirm is always a good idea. Unpasteurized cheese poses serious health risks during pregnancy and is best avoided. 

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