Prohibitions for breastfeeding women are not as strict as for pregnant women. There is no clear evidence that pathogens are absorbed through food. It is also not clear whether these pathogens are passed on to the baby via breast milk. But if breastfeeding women eat raw meat, poultry, fish, seafood, raw milk or eggs, they can contract infectious diseases. It is also possible for the baby to become infected through direct contact. To minimise the risk of food-borne infections, these foods should be heated well before consumption. Sufficient heating can kill pathogens. The food should be fully cooked. Careful kitchen hygiene is important.
