Can you eat hot dogs while pregnant?

Is it safe to eat Hot Dogs during pregnancy? I am 6 months Pregnant and I just found out that hot dogs are not very good for you, b/c of the bacteria it can contain. read more

Undercooked hot dogs, deli-style meats, soft cheeses and raw milk products can harbor listeria, a type of bacteria that can cause miscarriages. Heat kills listeria. So, hot dogs, luncheon meats, cold cuts, fermented and dry sausage and other deli-style meats, and poultry products that are reheated until steaming are considered safe to eat. read more

"Pregnant women should avoid getting the fluid from hot dog packages on other foods, utensils, and food preparation surfaces, and wash their hands after handling hot dogs, and deli luncheon meats," to further decrease potential contact with listeria, Lu says. Unpasteurized dairy foods are also prone to listeria. read more

Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that is found in water and soil. Vegetables can become contaminated from the soil, and animals can also be carriers. read more