Can pregnant women eat mozzarella?

Eat hard cheeses instead of soft cheeses: The CDC has recommended that pregnant women avoid soft cheeses such as feta, Brie, Camembert, blue-veined cheeses and Mexican style cheeses such as queso fresco, queso blanco and panela that do not state they are pasteurized. read more

The good news is that these cheeses are perfectly safe to eat when pregnant, and a great source of calcium. read more

Women are advised to avoid many types of cheese during pregnancy because of the risk of a bacterial illness that could harm both mother and baby. However, other types of cheese are a healthy addition to a pregnancy diet, and including mozzarella in moderation offers several health benefits. read more