Can I eat eggs when pregnant?
SafeCooked firmFirm yolk and white, firm scrambled
AvoidRunny or softRunny yolks can carry Salmonella. NZ MPI says cook eggs until the yolk is firm.
Eggs for other situations
BreastfeedingNo concern for breastfeeding.Safe
VegetarianFine for a vegetarian diet.Safe
VeganContains egg, which isn't vegan.Avoid
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyNo milk listed.Safe
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesNo known concern for gestational diabetes.Safe
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is eggs safe in pregnancy?
Cooked firm: Safe. Nothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk. Runny or soft: Avoid. Runny yolks can carry Salmonella. NZ MPI says cook eggs until the yolk is firm.