First, the health benefits of drinking mint tea for pregnant women 1, improving the digestive system mint tea or oil extracted from mint leaves is helpful to treat gastrointestinal diseases. Abdominal distension or indigestion is likely to occur during pregnancy. Peppermint tea can relieve stomach muscles and promote defecation.
2, treatment of nausea and vomiting Nausea and vomiting is a common discomfort symptom of pregnant women during pregnancy, and fragrant mint tea can stop convulsions and reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Pregnant women can drink mint tea in moderation. 3. Treating respiratory problems The spasmolytic effect of mint tea also helps to reduce respiratory diseases. The soothing effect of mint can help relax your throat and chest muscles, so it can eliminate excessive chest pain and relieve the symptoms of colds and flu.
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4, enhance the immune system mint tea has antibacterial effect on the body, it can help pregnant women stay away from viral infections, including colds, coughs, flu fever. Peppermint tea can strengthen the immune system and help you fight infection.
5. Reduce stress levels During pregnancy, most pregnant women will gradually feel anxious or stressed. Mint tea is a natural sedative, which helps to relieve excessive mental stress. In addition, its anti-inflammatory and soothing effects help to lower body temperature and blood pressure.
Second, the side effects of drinking mint tea in pregnant women 1, increasing the chance of miscarriage. Drinking mint tea in the sensitive stage of pregnancy may cause uterine relaxation and increase the risk of miscarriage. Although there is no direct evidence, it is best for women with a history of abortion to avoid drinking it.
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2, and drugs sometimes interact with drugs such as mint tea, which will have a negative impact. You may take prenatal vitamins and other drugs during pregnancy, so please consult your doctor before drinking mint tea.
3, may cause allergies If you are allergic to methanol, you must avoid mint tea during pregnancy. Peppermint tea can cause allergic reactions and increase their frequency. If you have respiratory diseases, such as asthma, you should avoid drinking mint tea.
4, the consequences of drinking too much, whether it is food or drink, excessive must be bad. Excessive mint tea will have adverse effects on health, causing various discomforts, such as muscle soreness, drowsiness, slow heartbeat and sudden tremor.