The consumption of teas during pregnancy is a very controversial topic and this is because studies have not yet been conducted with all plants, during pregnancy, to really understand what their effects are on the woman’s body or on the development of the baby.
Thus, it is ideal to avoid consuming any tea without the advice of an obstetrician or herbalist, and other natural options should be preferred to treat common problems such as nausea, anxiety, constipation or even flu symptoms.
- Although natural.
- Teas are made from plants with active substances that can strongly affect the functioning of the body and therefore cause complications during pregnancy.
- Such as abortions.
- Malformations or bleeding.
- Therefore.
- Even teas that are not considered dangerous should be consumed only in quantities of 2 to 3 cups per day.
According to the results of several studies, there are plants that should be avoided during pregnancy because they contain substances that can affect pregnancy, even in the absence of evidence. Others, however, are completely prohibited as there are aborted cases or confirmed malformations.
Thus, in the following table, it is possible to identify the plants to be avoided, as well as those that have been found prohibited (in fat) by most studies:
Regardless of this chart, it is always important to consult the obstetrician or herbalist before having a cup of tea.
Many teas prepared with these plants should also be avoided during lactation and therefore, after delivery, it is important to consult your doctor again.
Although most plants should not be used during pregnancy, there are others that can continue to be used, provided certain doses are used and under the direction of the doctor, to treat some common pregnancy problems:
Ginger is an excellent natural option to relieve the burning sensation of stomach or nausea and can be used during pregnancy, as long as the dose of 1 gram of dried root per day, in 200 ml of boiling water, is not exceeded, up to 4 consecutive days.
For example, if you choose to drink 1-gram ginger tea, you should only drink it once a day (and up to 4 days), usually in the morning, as this is the most common period of nausea.
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Urinary tract infection is a very common problem during pregnancy, especially due to hormonal changes in the woman’s body. Thus, cranberry can be an excellent solution to prevent the problem, as it can be used during pregnancy at a rate of 50 to 200 ml of juice, 1 or 2 times a day.
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Although it contains caffeine like coffee, green tea may be a safer option to replace its use. However, whenever possible, other ways to treat fatigue during pregnancy should be used.
However, with proper advice from the doctor, green tea can be consumed at the rate of 1 tablespoon (dessert) of leaves in 250 ml of boiling water, once a day, up to 4 days in a row.
Prune is a fruit that can be used during pregnancy to treat constipation naturally, without the need for teas. To do this, simply ingest 1 plum 30 minutes before the 3 main meals, or put 3 plums to macerate in a glass of water for 12 hours, then drink the mixture with the empty head.
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