I used to have 1-2 cups green tea daily before. Now im 10 weeks and got worried about caffeine and all. can i still continue or should i stop completely? anyone kept having it during pregnancy?
My nutritionist at the hospital explicitly told me that green tea can interfere with folic acid absorption if taken in excess. She suggested limiting it to maximum one cup daily, or switching to caffeine-free herbal options. Do ask your own doctor about it.
One cup of green tea a day won't harm you, but don't drink it like water. Remember it still has caffeine. Drink it an hour after your meals so it doesn't affect your iron absorption, and keep your gynac informed.
With twins kicking inside, I needed some energy but had to cut down on caffeine! My gynac allowed one cup of light green tea, but honestly, some days I just drank warm lemon water instead. Ask your doc, but don't overdo it.
I felt so confused about what was safe and what wasn't in my first trimester. I stopped green tea completely because I read it affects folate levels, and I didn't want to take any risks. Sometimes skipping it for a few months just gives peace of mind.
I totally understand how hard it is to give up our favorite warm drinks during these special months. I missed my strong green tea so much! I kept it down to just one cup every alternate day to keep my precious baby safe.
You can have it, but moderation is key since green tea also has caffeine. I used to limit myself to just one small cup a day. Staying positive and active really helped me prepare for my normal delivery.
