Yes, you can eat Prosciutto during the first semester of your pregnancy. However, many doctors advise against the use of any kind of processed meat including Prosciutto in the later stages of your pregnancy. This is due to the high amount of sodium in Prosciutto which may be harmful to you and your unborn baby. It has been found that Prosciutto has a very low level of nitrates compared to other processed meats, but it still contains about 200 mg/kg of sodium which is quite high for pregnant women.

Silky Terrier Dog Breed Playing Aro... Silky Terrier Dog Breed Playing Around

Processed meat can cause serious health problems during pregnancy because of the high amount of preservatives included in the preparation process. This is why it is better to avoid processed meat all together even if it’s for a short period of time, especially if you are planning to have a baby.

During your second semester, you can eat prosciutto but only as a regular meal as part of your dinner. You shouldn’t have Prosciutto as a snack between meals because of the increased amount of sodium and fat content in each slice of prosciutto.

It is also important to mention that Prosciutto contains high levels of nitrates which can cause serious health problems for you and your unborn baby. This is why it’s better to avoid such meat during pregnancy at all costs.

We advise you to speak with your doctor before eating Prosciutto if you really want or need to do so, because different doctors may have different opinions about Prosciutto and its consumption while pregnant. But still, try as much as possible to avoid Prosciutto because it can be harmful no matter how little you eat of it. If you have a family doctor, make an appointment with him/her to discuss Prosciutto consumption during pregnancy.

If you are pregnant, under 18, or have any health condition make sure to talk to your doctor before eating Prosciutto. Read the label carefully and check for added sugars which may also cause health problems.