Can I eat cheddar when pregnant?
SafeHard cheese is fine. Keep it in the fridge.
Cheddar for other situations
BreastfeedingNo concern for breastfeeding.Safe
VegetarianMost NZ and Australian cheddar uses non-animal rennet, but check the label.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-FODMAPNaturally very low in lactose.Safe
Questions people ask
Is cheddar safe in pregnancy?
Safe. Hard cheese is fine. Keep it in the fridge.