Can I eat blue cheese when pregnant?
AvoidColdCan carry Listeria, which is riskier during pregnancy.
SafeCooked hotNothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk.
Blue cheese for other situations
BreastfeedingNo Listeria concern for breastfeeding. Usual food safety applies.Safe
VegetarianMay use animal rennet. Check the label for "microbial" or "non-animal" rennet.Caution
VeganContains dairy, which isn't vegan.Avoid
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyContains milk.Avoid
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesNo known concern for gestational diabetes.Safe
MAOIsAged and fermented, so high in tyramine.Avoid
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is blue cheese safe in pregnancy?
Cold: Avoid. Can carry Listeria, which is riskier during pregnancy. Cooked hot: Safe. Nothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk.