Can us pregnant women eat packaged smoked salmon? I'm confused

shirlls · Apr 7th, 2012, 12:18 PM

I know there are certain foods to avoid in pregnancy and raw fish is among them, however I am a little confused about something. Sorry if I seem a bit thick here

You know the packaged smoked salmon you get in supermarkets (in slices and says ready to eat), does this count as raw fish which should be avoided? I have researched it online and I'm getting mixed answers, some say it is fine others say to avoid it.

Anyone??

Sunshine12 · Apr 7th, 2012, 12:33 PM

I would yes. x

MrsRH · Apr 7th, 2012, 13:08 PM

the NHS guidance says the risk is low
I've eaten smoked salmon recently and in my last pregnancy with no problems.

I'd say if you are worried, don't eat it for peace of mind.

http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/eating-s...CategoryID=216

hth

x

wantingno.2 · Apr 7th, 2012, 13:12 PM

I've eaten it X

ravenmel · Apr 7th, 2012, 13:28 PM

Smoked salmon is fully cooked fish. Hot smoked salmon is typically cooked to 145 degrees, then quick frozen or canned to preserve and ship. Cold smoked salmon is cooked to 80 degrees, then cured. Cold smoked is still raw, so it has to be frozen for parasite control. Some people use alder wood for smoking. Smoked salmon also has lower mercury content than other larger meaty fish such as swordfish and shark, making it a safer choice for fish rich in omega-3.

MrsButterfly · Apr 7th, 2012, 13:38 PM

I've eaten it quite often. NHS guidance is that it's alright occasionally but does say some people may choose to avoid it. But you don't have to - its one of my treats so I am pleased I can have it! In fact I'm having some tomorrow

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shirlls Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,105	Can us pregnant women eat packaged smoked salmon? I'm confused I know there are certain foods to avoid in pregnancy and raw fish is among them, however I am a little confused about something. Sorry if I seem a bit thick here You know the packaged smoked salmon you get in supermarkets (in slices and says ready to eat), does this count as raw fish which should be avoided? I have researched it online and I'm getting mixed answers, some say it is fine others say to avoid it. Anyone??

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MrsRH Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 2,797	the NHS guidance says the risk is low I've eaten smoked salmon recently and in my last pregnancy with no problems. I'd say if you are worried, don't eat it for peace of mind. http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/eating-s...CategoryID=216 hth x

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ravenmel Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 371	Smoked salmon is fully cooked fish. Hot smoked salmon is typically cooked to 145 degrees, then quick frozen or canned to preserve and ship. Cold smoked salmon is cooked to 80 degrees, then cured. Cold smoked is still raw, so it has to be frozen for parasite control. Some people use alder wood for smoking. Smoked salmon also has lower mercury content than other larger meaty fish such as swordfish and shark, making it a safer choice for fish rich in omega-3.

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MrsButterfly Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: UK Posts: 2,074	I've eaten it quite often. NHS guidance is that it's alright occasionally but does say some people may choose to avoid it. But you don't have to - its one of my treats so I am pleased I can have it! In fact I'm having some tomorrow

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