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Is Smoothies safe in pregnancy?

Verdict
✓ Yes — safe
Made with pasteurized ingredients — fine.

Why

Watch for raw eggs in some "protein" smoothies. Otherwise standard fruits/vegetables/yogurt — fine.

The specifics

Ask about ingredients at juice bars.

Sources

FDA Juice Safety 2024

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