Cured and Smoked Foods During Pregnancy

Do you wonder if it is safe to eat cured or smoked foods while you are pregnant? When I was pregnant for the first time, I have asked my doctor about it and suggested me to limit my intake of smoked and cured foods, such as pepperoni and hot dogs. Well, she said, whether we are pregnant or not, we should not take much of these foods. The reason behind it is that cured foods can increase the risk of cancer when consumed in large amounts. Aside from that these foods are not nutritious as they are very high in sodium and fat.