I usually drink green tea for its health benefits. Now that I'm pregnant, I'm wondering if it's safe to continue having green tea during pregnancy, or should I stop?
Oh god, I used to google this daily! I got so scared that green tea would reduce folic acid absorption, so I completely stopped it out of worry. Honestly, you are probably fine with one cup, but maybe check with your doctor to ease your mind?
Actually, because of my past complications, my doctor strictly told me to avoid any herbal or green teas in the first trimester. Everyone's pregnancy is different, so it is best to ask your own obstetrician. Don't take any chances.
Haan na, even I had this doubt during my time. Mera doctor said ek cup normal green tea safe hai, but don't drink too much. Light chai with ginger is also very soothing if u prefer that.
A cup of green tea occasionally is generally okay, but remember it has caffeine. Don't drink it right after meals because it can block iron absorption, which we really need right now. Keep it to one small cup and you should be good!
When I was pregnant, I felt so confused about what to drink since I had to cut down on normal chai. I used to crave it daily but I limited myself to just one small cup of light green tea occasionally. It made me feel so much better and refreshed.
I had gestational diabetes during my pregnancy, so I had to watch everything I consumed very closely. Green tea without sugar was okayed by my doctor, but only one cup a day. Be careful if you are having any sugar spikes and consult your dietitian.
Normal green tea is fine once in a while, but don't overdo it. If you want something warm and soothing, just have warm water with a bit of lemon and honey ghar pe. It is cheap, safe, and works wonders for digestion anyway.
Please check with your gynac once before starting green tea. Even though it is herbal, it still has caffeine which might not be great in large amounts. Safety first, so ask your doc at the next visit.
