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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Kimchi is discouraged because of pasteurization/fermentation issues and food safety/handling concerns in the US.

There's plenty of similar examples:

France: Pregnant women often eat soft, unpasteurized cheeses like Brie or Camembert, while in the U.S., these are typically avoided due to listeria concerns.

Italy: Prosciutto and other cured meats are commonly consumed by pregnant women, whereas American guidelines advise against them unless cooked.

Mexico: Pregnant women may consume fresh ceviche, trusting local preparation, while U.S. advice generally warns against raw seafood.

India: Pregnant women commonly eat spicy curries and pickles, but in Western countries, spicy foods are sometimes discouraged due to concerns about heartburn.

Norway: Pregnant women often eat smoked fish like salmon, which is part of the traditional diet, while in the U.S., smoked fish is avoided unless cooked to kill potential bacteria.

China: Herbal teas and tonics are a common part of prenatal care, whereas in the West, herbal teas are discouraged.

Japan: Pregnant women often eat sushi or raw fish, as it is considered safe when properly prepared, while in the U.S., it is generally avoided due to concerns about foodborne illnesses.

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All this tells me is that these American recommendations are bonkers. There is no difference in prep between kimchi bought at and Asian supermarket in the US, and kimchi bought in Korea. There is no difference between Brie bought here and Brie bought in France. The US doesn't have lower standards of food prep compared to these other countries.

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