Foods that can increase the risk of toxoplasmosis are those most likely to be contaminated by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, such as rare meat, for example.
In addition, to avoid contamination it is also important to take some precautions when handling raw meat, avoiding bringing your hands to your eyes or mouth when preparing meat, always wash your hands carefully after handling meat and also always wash surfaces and kitchen utensils that were in contact with raw meat, wearing gloves.
List of foods at risk of transmitting toxoplasmosis
The main foods that can transmit toxoplasmosis and, therefore, should not be consumed during pregnancy when the pregnant woman is not immune to toxoplasmosis are:
- Raw, rare meat, such as carpaccio or tartar sauce, Uncooked smoked meats, such as bacon, ham, bologna, liver steak, or liver pate, Fruits and vegetables that have not been washed; Unfiltered or unfiltered water boiled.
To avoid the risk, when eating out, you should also avoid any type of salad or other raw foods, as they may be contaminated.
Toxoplasmosis is a disease that can be transmitted from the mother to the baby, through the placenta, causing serious changes, which can even lead to abortion.
See also: Prohibited foods for pregnant women.
