Herbal teas and medicinal herbs are among the drinks that have gained an important place in our lives in recent years as in the past. Herbal tea and herbs, which are consumed especially to protect against diseases and to prevent diseases, are almost as old as human history, although their use is not based on scientific data. However, there are some points to be considered when drinking herbal tea. Herbal tea and herbs consumed unconsciously, especially during pregnancy, can have negative consequences for both you and your baby.
Are Herbal Teas Safe During Pregnancy?
Some of the herbal teas are recommended during pregnancy, provided that a certain amount is drunk daily. Some are not allowed during pregnancy. For example, some herbs cause diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, while others stimulate uterine contractions. Many women drink fennel, linden, chamomile, rose hips, regular tea and green tea during pregnancy to reduce nausea and replenish fluid needs. However, it is important to drink this type of tea no more than 2 cups a day.
Herbs Dangerous to Drink During Pregnancy
- Clove oil : Uterine stimulant. It can induce uterine contractions.
- Juniper and juniper oil: Uterine stimulant. It can induce uterine contractions.
- Mistletoe : Uterine stimulant. It can induce uterine contractions.
- False Ginseng: May cause birth abnormalities.
- Scabbard: May cause blindness and coma.
- Wild yam: Uterine stimulant. It can induce uterine contractions.
Herbs that may be dangerous to drink in excessive amounts during pregnancy
- Angelica: High doses trigger uterine contractions. It can be used in low doses and in certain amounts in meals.
- Maple : A strong laxative, not recommended in high doses.
- Anise and anise seed oil : High doses trigger uterine contractions. It can be used in low doses and in certain amounts in meals.
- Cumin: High doses trigger uterine contractions. It can be used in low doses and in certain amounts in meals.
- Chamomile oil : If you apply it on your abdomen, it will reduce the formation of pregnancy stretch marks. It has a stimulating effect on the uterine muscle and can be consumed as tea in a certain dose.
- Cinnamon : Strengthens the immune system in low doses. Consumption in winter will be effective in preventing flu and colds. High doses trigger uterine contractions. It can be used in low doses and in certain amounts in meals.
- Fennel and fennel oil : In low doses they have positive effects on the digestive system. High doses trigger uterine contractions. It can be used in low doses and in certain amounts in meals.
- Garlic : High doses may cause heartburn. It can also give milk its own odor during breastfeeding.
- Lavender : High doses trigger uterine contractions. It can be used in low doses and in certain amounts in meals.
- Cassia : A strong laxative, not recommended in high doses.
- Black tea: Drinking too much can cause palpitations. It also has a diuretic effect and can increase the need for water in your body.
To summarize, I recommend that you do not consume herbal teas in excessive amounts and unconsciously during pregnancy, and in cases where you will consume them, I strongly recommend that you consult your doctor.