Tea is not entirely good for pregnancy and the developing baby - doctors warn expectant mothers. However, you don't have to give up this drink completely when you are pregnant - just exercise moderation. Tea can also be replaced with other infusions.
Experts of this drink emphasize its he alth properties.Teahas a lot of powerful antioxidants (especially green tea) that protect cells from the damaging effects of free radicals. It reduces the risk of developing certain types of cancer (e.g. breast cancer), protects against a heart attack, regulates the digestive system and, thanks to the content of fluoride, prevents tooth decay. And, like coffee, it has a lot of stimulatingcaffeine(aka theine): 65 mg in a glass of black tea and 35 mg in green. So it reduces sleepiness and fatigue. Caffeine in tea is absorbed more slowly than that in coffee, but it lasts longer.
Cons of drinking tea during pregnancy
Green tea drunk in reasonable amounts (2 glasses a day) will not hurtpregnancy , but its excess can be dangerous. It is supposed, for example, that the active substances contained in it inhibit cell growth, and therefore may have a negative effect on the development of the fetus. Black tea, on the other hand, strongly stimulates the nervous system and has constipating properties, so it can aggravate constipation that is often troubling pregnant women.
What instead of tea when pregnant?
We recommend, for example, rooibos tea (from the African rooibos), which soothes depression and insomnia - common ailments of pregnant women. It also contains iron, fluoride and potassium, which were valuable at that time. It is also worth reaching for chamomile or mint infusions, which improve digestion and reduce heartburn.