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Here are six foods that should be avoided during early stages of pregnancy:
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Limit your caffeine intake to around 2 cups of coffee or tea per day. Caffeine can cross the placenta and affect your baby's heart rate.
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Unpasteurized milk, cheese, and yogurt can contain harmful bacteria like Listeria, which can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, or serious illness in newborns.
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Raw eggs can carry Salmonella, which can cause food poisoning. Avoid foods that may contain raw eggs, such as homemade mayonnaise.
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Limit your intake of organ meats like liver, which are high in vitamin A. Too much vitamin A can be harmful to your developing baby.
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There is no safe amount of alcohol to consume during pregnancy. Alcohol can cause birth defects and other developmental problems.
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Raw sprouts can harbor bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli. Avoid eating raw sprouts.
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