Can I eat parmesan when pregnant?
SafeHard cheese is fine.
Parmesan for other situations
BreastfeedingNo concern for breastfeeding.Safe
VegetarianParmigiano Reggiano is always made with animal rennet. Look for a vegetarian "parmesan-style" cheese.Avoid
VeganContains dairy and animal rennet, 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 lactose-free.Safe
Questions people ask
Is parmesan safe in pregnancy?
Safe. Hard cheese is fine.