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Can you eat imitation crab raw?

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Since its imitation crab and pre-cooked it is ready to eat out of the package.

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While it is true that imitation crab meat does not contain high levels of Mercury, that doesn't mean it is unconditionally safe for pregnant women to eat. Imitation crab meat falls into the same safety category as deli meats, which means that you can eat it but it must be heated to steaming first.

The reason for this is because there have been known outbreaks of listeria monocytogenes associated with imitation crab meat. While your chances of becoming ill because of exposure to this bacteria are slight, remember that pregnant women are 20 times more susceptible than other healthy adults. If you become ill with listeria while pregnant, the chances are very good you will lose your baby, so this is probably not something you want to risk.

It's a good idea to check with your doctor or with The American Pregnancy Association website to learn more about listeria. A good rule of thumb is to avoid eating anything that is purchased ready-to-eat and is served cold--for example, deli salads, smoked salmon and lunchmeat.

Listeria may also be present in places you wouldn't suspect, such as raw mushrooms, bagged salads, soft cheeses such as feta and Brie, bagged pre-shredded cheeses, undercooked eggs and sauces and uncooked dough made with raw eggs. If in doubt, simply heat foods to steaming or to 160 degrees before eating.


http:/www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancycomplications/listeria.html
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/factsheets/Protect_Your_Baby/index.asp
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Imitation crab meat is made from fish, and is no better or worse for you than any other properly-prepared fish.

It's whitefish so its heavy in Omega 3s, which is good for you. So yes. Its good for you.If you are carb restricting, be aware it does contain carbs.

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yes you can eat I'm imitation crab meat if you are allergic to real!

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Yes.

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