My mum keeps telling me to have ajwain water for gas and digestion, says it's totally fine. But im in my first trimester and thoda cautious about everything. Is it really okay daily?
According to my doctor, ajwain has uterine-stimulating properties if taken in large doses, which can be risky. So while a little bit in food is perfectly safe and helps with bloating, avoid drinking concentrated ajwain decoctions.
Ajwain is generally safe when used in very small amounts for cooking, like in tadka. However, consuming large quantities or drinking ajwain water regularly is not recommended without consulting your doctor.
I use a tiny bit of ajwain in my food to fight the constant acidity, and it works! But don't start drinking glasses of ajwain water like it's regular water, unless you want your gynac to scold you.
Please be very careful with traditional herbs like ajwain. While small amounts in daily cooking are safe, large doses can cause complications, so it's best to avoid raw ajwain or ajwain water entirely.
We have to be extra cautious about what we consume during these precious months. A little ajwain in your daily food is fine, but please avoid taking concentrated home remedies without asking your doctor.
I totally understand how annoying the pregnancy bloating and gas can be. A tiny pinch of ajwain in your food can really help soothe your stomach safely, but please don't take it in large quantities.
