Is Halloumi safe during pregnancy?
Fine when made with pasteurized milk — check the label. Avoid halloumi made from raw milk.
PregnancyUse with care
BreastfeedingGenerally safe
EvidenceModerate
What the sources say
CDC lists halloumi made with pasteurized milk as a safer choice in pregnancy; cheese made from raw (unpasteurized) milk is a Listeria risk. Check the label for "made with pasteurized milk," especially at farmers markets, specialty shops and restaurants. NHS lists pasteurized halloumi as safe in pregnancy. No special restriction while breastfeeding (CDC).
Also listed as
grilling cheese, hellim
Sources
- NHS: Foods to avoid in pregnancy
- CDC: Safer Food Choices for Pregnant Women
- CDC: Maternal Diet and Breastfeeding
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.