Chamomile tea during pregnancy - benefits and harms

Medicinal herbs are an effective and, if properly used, safe alternative to medicines. These include chamomile, which is allowed for women in the situation. It has a pleasant taste and healing effect on the body, while it has practically no contraindications. How to brew chamomile tea, in which cases it should be used by expectant mothers?

The healing properties of chamomile

Consider what is useful chamomile specifically for pregnant women:

1. Kills pathogenic microflora, including fungi of the genus Candida. It is especially useful in case of exacerbated thrush.
2. Relieves nervous agitation and promotes a restful sleep. Therefore, chamomile tea should be replaced with ordinary black or green tea, drunk before bedtime.
3. Helps with excessive bloating and constipation, contributing to a gentle cleansing of the intestines, outflow of bile and elimination of intestinal cramps.
4. It has a wound healing, analgesic, bactericidal effect, therefore it is recommended for treating damaged epithelium, rinsing the mouth and rinsing the nasopharynx.
5. The essential oils that make up the plant normalize the pressure and function of the entire cardiovascular system,
   due to the presence of glycosides in chamomile, it has an antispasmodic effect on the body.
6. Facilitates the course of toxicosis in the early stages.

An important point: during pregnancy, any infusion based on chamomile can be consumed only in the form of tea. Douching or microclysters based on it are prohibited. Perhaps washing with chamomile, but such nuances are agreed with the doctor in each case.

Chamomile tea: recipes

Ideally, the camomile should be prepared independently, having dried it correctly. But if this is not possible, then it can be found in any pharmacy. If there is no need for a large amount of tea, then it is better to buy a bagged chamomile and brew it in teapot cups.

To get the most out of the plant, it is very important to adhere to a certain sequence of actions. The first thing to do is to pour boiling water over the teapot. This will make the taste of tea more intense. For a teapot volume of 0.5 l, 2 tablespoons of chamomile are enough. But use not cool boiling water, but rather cooled down. The optimum brewing temperature is 95 ° C. Close the kettle with a lid and leave to insist for 5-7 minutes. As a result, we have obtained a healthy and tasty drink that is superior to regular tea in its healing properties. If it is necessary to reduce the concentration, then 1 for the same volume of water, take 1 teaspoon.

Such tea is indispensable in the case of the first symptoms of a cold, for a quiet sleep and relieve toxicosis. Chilled, it perfectly quenches thirst and optimizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Enrich it with honey and a slice of lemon. But it is better to put honey in warm tea or eat something with it, but do not stir in hot water.

When to Limit Chamomile Tea

Despite the beneficial effects, pregnant women should not get carried away with chamomile tea. One cup per day is sufficient as both a prophylactic and therapeutic agent. Limitations are due to the fact that chamomile stimulates the production of estrogen. Normally, during pregnancy, their activity is, in principle, small, since an excessive amount of these steroid hormones leads to an abortion. The body itself controls this process, but with a large number of external stimulants, failure can occur.Another reason why you can not drink chamomile in large quantities is a possible allergic reaction that needs to be monitored, starting with small doses.

Also, do not brew tea for the future - it will quickly deteriorate and lose its properties. It is better to use freshly brewed tea, as it contains more healing phytoncides.

How else can a pregnant woman use chamomile

In addition to its traditional use, chamomile tea can also be used as a natural cleanser. Many expectant mothers notice a deterioration in the condition of the skin of the face, especially in the first trimester. It is manifested by the appearance of a characteristic oily sheen and rashes of various localization. Based on dried chamomile, you can prepare a concentrated decoction that will help reduce the production of sebum, and will act as a mild antiseptic. To do this, fill in 1 tbsp. dried herbs 200 ml of boiling water and leave to infuse for 30 minutes. Cool the resulting infusion, pour it into a resealable container or freeze it by pouring it into ice molds. Wipe your face in the morning and evening.

Chamomile is widely used in the fight against cough and nasal congestion. To do this, use it in the above proportion (1: 200), but brew it in an open bowl. Inhalation of chamomile vapors helps to cleanse the sinuses and speeds up sputum discharge. This is a good alternative to syrups and pills that are forbidden to pregnant women due to many side effects.

Chamomile is also safe in case of stomatitis. To eliminate inflammation of the mucosa, use a standard infusion. They are rinsed with an oral cavity 2-4 times a day.

When a typical throat irritation appears in the throat, rinse it with warm chamomile broth every 20 minutes. Chamomile perfectly disinfects areas of localization of bacteria, and accelerates the process of restoration of the epithelium.

Many women in position note a significant deterioration in hair condition. Due to the fact that the body is under stress and most vitamins and minerals pass to the fetus, they begin to actively fall out and lose their usual luster. To restore hair to its previous state, you can rinse them with a standard decoction of chamomile.

Chamomile tea is an easy way to improve the general condition during toxicosis of pregnant women. It will also be an excellent substitute for medication antibacterial agents in the case of acute respiratory infections. But before drinking chamomile tea, like any other herbal collection, a woman is better to consult an obstetrician-gynecologist.

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