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A member asked:

Can i have canned food sometimes when i am pregnant? i read that bpas are really bad in canned goods. in 1st trimester now & hard to eat much at all. really wanting some canned soup?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Soup & BPA: if you are looking for preprepared soup and wanting to avoid cans, try soup that comes in a jar or in a special waterproof box. You can also get preprepared soups at most groceries at their ready to eat section.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/24/2020

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