Foods that may increase the risk of toxoplasmosis are more likely to be contaminated with the parasite toxoplasma gondii, such as rare meat, for example.
In addition, to avoid contamination, it is also important to take some precautions when handling raw meat, avoiding taking your hands to your eyes or mouth when preparing meat, always washing your hands carefully after handling meat and always washing surfaces. and cooking utensils in contact with raw meat, wearing gloves.
- The main foods that can transmit toxoplasmosis and therefore should not be consumed during pregnancy when the pregnant woman is not immune to toxoplasmosis are:.
To avoid the risk, when eating out, you should also avoid any type of salad or other raw foods, as they may be contaminated.
Toxoplasmosis is a disease that can be transmitted from mother to child through the placenta, causing serious changes, which can even lead to an abortion.