Earth Mama Tea :: Exploring The World Of Herbal Tea During Pregnancy
Earth Mama Tea: Exploring The
World Of Herbal Tea During Pregnancy
Tea, whether green tea, black tea, oolong, white, or
other varieties, is a healthy drink. Many women ask the question of whether or
not it is safe to drink tea, such as green tea, during pregnancy. The main
matter of concern is the caffeine content of tea, as there is some evidence
that high doses of caffeine can be
l Is it safe to drink tea during pregnancy?
Yes, but in moderation. The answer to this question is
essentially the same as for the general population. For most people, caffeine
is safe, but only in moderation.
l How much tea or caffeine is safe for a pregnant woman
to drink?
It is stated that it is completely safe for pregnant
women to consume less than 200 milligrams (mg) of caffeine daily. Although the
caffeine content of tea varies widely, the amount in a single 8 ounce cup of
tea is almost always under under 75mg, usually under 60mg, with most teas
somewhere in the 30-40mg / cup range. Coffee, by contrast, contains much more
caffeine. It is thus totally safe for a pregnant woman to drink a few cups of
tea a day. The studies on higher doses of caffeine are conflicting and unclear;
although there is some evidence that higher doses of caffeine increase the risk
of miscarriage, there is still a lot of uncertainty to these results, and there
are several studies which found no effect.
It also must be emphasized that there is not really
that large a difference between the guidelines for caffeine intake for pregnant
women and those for the population as a whole. The Mayo Clinic's recommendation
for safe caffeine intake is up to 300mg daily, and emphasized that even in
non-pregnant adults, amounts of caffeine greater than 500mg daily can be
associated with a number of health problems.
Since herbal teas encompass any hot water infusion
made from any plant other than the tea plant, it's hard to generalize about the
safety of herbal teas during pregnancy. Since some herbs can act as potent
medicines, it is best to consult a professional herbalist or other healthcare
professional before consuming a potent medicinal herb, or any herbal tea in
high doses. Just like with anything, moderation is the key.
There are some herbs which are thought to be
beneficial during pregnancy. One such herb is red raspberry leaf, which is used
extensively in traditional medicine in association with pregnancy. Some
herbalists have recommended ginger to treat morning sickness, as ginger can be
effective at treating nausea.
l Don't worry and don't think too much:
Stress always has a negative impact on the body, and
with all the messages in the media and other information sources about what a
woman should or should not do during pregnancy, it's easy for pregnant women to
become stressed out by worrying too much about what they should or shouldn't be
eating or drinking.
As with a lot of things in life, it's best to not think
too hard about it, and to use moderation and common sense. Practice moderation
and stop thinking about your diet: listen to your body and stay relaxed.
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