Can You Eat Sprouts While Pregnant?

Skip Sprouts during pregnancy; see the reasons and safer swaps below.

Trimester Safety

Why to avoid Sprouts in pregnancy

For these nine months, it's wise to leave sprouts off the plate. In this form it can carry a level of contamination or natural compounds that aren't worth the risk while you're expecting.

The good news: there are plenty of satisfying swaps below, and Real Food for Pregnancy is a lovely guide if you want confident answers for the whole nine months.

Safer Alternatives

Skip Sprouts for now and choose a pregnancy-safe alternative instead, the section below suggests options. When in doubt, follow NHS, CDC, ACOG and FDA guidance and ask your midwife.

💛 Already eaten some Sprouts? Please don’t panic.

Try to breathe. An accidental one-off is rarely a cause for serious concern, and the worry itself is harder on you than it needs to be. Simply avoid Sprouts from here on, and speak to your midwife or GP if you feel unwell or anxious. You’re looking after your baby just by checking.

What to know about Sprouts in pregnancy

Here’s the practical picture for Sprouts. Raw and unprocessed foods can carry bacteria such as listeria, salmonella and E. coli. Washing and, where relevant, cooking reduces the risk.

Frequently Asked Questions