BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Is it safe to eat snails during pregnancy?

Many pregnant women want to eat snails during pregnancy but afraid of side effects. Some people even believe that eating snails when pregnant, the child will be born with drooling disease, delayed speech. So Is it really that dangerous?

Is it safe to eat snails during pregnancy?

Snail is full of protein, vitamin E, iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper and selenium, but high in cholesterol. Snails live on the seabed and field, so they can carry many parasites that live for a long time, they only die with high temperature.

Therefore, before taking snails, they must be washed thoroughly. Eating uncooked snails will cause diarrhea, fever, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Snails should not be eaten in unhygienic processing areas or unknown origins. According to experts, we should only enjoy snail only one to two meals a week. 

=> In short, yes voting can still be eaten if you meet all of the requirements above.

To taking care of your health during COVID-19, CarePlus provides HEALTHCARE TELECONSULTATION SERVICES with doctor team in many specialties (cardiology, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, otolaryngology, dermatology, etc.). Sign up HERE

---------------------------------------------

CAREPLUS INTERNATIONAL CLINICS

  • Branch 1: 107 Tan Hai, Ward 13, Tan Binh District (Edge Etown); Telephone: 028 7300 3223

  • Branch 2: 2nd Floor, Crescent Plaza Building, 105 Ton Dat Tien, District 7; Telephone 028 7308 0088

Free Hotline: 1800 6116

Recent posts

GIANT FOOD TREND - FLEETING FUN OR A LASTING THREAT TO YOUR HEALTH?
The mukbang trend featuring “giant-sized” food portions is taking social media by storm and heavily influencing the eating habits of young people. But does this visual delight come at a nutritional cost? Let’s explore with CarePlus doctors in the article below.

By Specialist Doctor. NGUYEN PHUONG ANH

DENTAL IMPLANTS – THE OPTIMAL SOLUTION FOR MISSING TOOTH RESTORATION
Dental implants are currently the most advanced solution for replacing missing teeth—safe, durable, and as natural-looking as real teeth. Discover more with CarePlus doctors in the article below!

By Specialist Level 1 Doctor BUI XUAN DAT

COMPREHENSIVE DERMATOLOGICAL CARE AT CAREPLUS
Dermatological care, examination, treatment, and consultation for skin, hair, nail conditions, and sexually transmitted diseases, provided by experienced dermatologists at CarePlus. Our services are safe, confidential, and personalized—offering a comfortable and reassuring experience for every customer.

WARNING: RISK OF HYPERURICEMIA DUE TO EXCESSIVE PROTEIN INTAKE IN GYMER
Elevated uric acid is a common condition among gymer due to high-protein diets and the widespread use of whey protein supplements to accelerate muscle growth. Let’s explore the issue with CarePlus doctors in the article below!

By Specialist Doctor. NGUYEN PHUONG ANH

Related Products

Female Hormonal Status Checking Package
Hormones affect almost every aspect of health, beauty and wellness of women. All hormonal disorders, even in short term, should be treated with caution. ₫2,750,000 ₫2,475,000

Menopause health screening package
CarePlus's Hormone Replacement Therapy Consultation Package is designed to help pre-menopausal and menopausal women better understand their health. Moreover, our doctors will also give you the necessary advice about whether to use hormone replacement therapy and which one is best for you. ₫4,500,000 ₫4,050,000

{{currentDoctor.Name}}
*{{ errors.first('form-1.Register name') }}
*{{ errors.first('form-1.Phone') }}
*{{ errors.first('form-1.Email') }}
Patient info:
*{{ errors.first('form-1.Patient name') }}