Can You Eat Pizza When Pregnant?
Reviewed against NHS foods-to-avoid guidance · Updated September 2026
Nutritional data sourced from USDA FoodData Central and Public Health England. Always consult a registered dietitian for personal dietary advice.
Yes — pizza is safe during pregnancy. Even Brie, goat's cheese or blue cheese toppings are fine when the pizza is cooked until piping hot.
Why is pizza safe in pregnancy?
Cooked pizza is safe in pregnancy. Mozzarella is safe anyway (pasteurised), and even the 'avoid' cheeses — Brie, Camembert, soft blue cheese — become safe when thoroughly cooked on a hot pizza. Cured meat toppings like pepperoni and Parma ham are also fine once oven-cooked. The only cautions: cold pizza with added-after-baking toppings (like fresh Parma ham draped on after the oven), and reheated pizza should be piping hot.
You can also check the calorie content of pizza alongside its safety information. Also check medication safety during pregnancy if you're managing any conditions.
The exception
Watch for toppings added after cooking (fresh Parma ham, extra soft cheese) — those keep their uncooked status.
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Pregnancy multivitamin
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Common questions
Can I eat pizza in the first trimester?
Yes — pizza is safe at every stage of pregnancy, including the first trimester.
Is a small amount of pizza OK during pregnancy?
There is no safety limit on pizza during pregnancy — enjoy it as part of a balanced diet.
I accidentally ate pizza while pregnant — what should I do?
No action needed — pizza is safe during pregnancy.
Is cooked pizza safe in pregnancy?
Yes — pizza is safe during pregnancy whether cooked or raw (where it's normally eaten raw).
Related answers
Primary source: NHS foods-to-avoid guidance.
The information on 247foodcheck.com is compiled from official public guidance (NHS, Food Standards Agency, USDA/FDA FoodKeeper) and is provided for general information only. It is not medical advice and does not replace guidance from your midwife, GP, health visitor or other qualified professional. When in doubt, throw it out — and if you feel unwell after eating something, contact NHS 111 or your doctor.