Peppermint Herbal Tea and Pregnancy

Drinking peppermint tea during pregnancy has advantages but certain precautions should be taken.

Advantages:

Peppermint tea has many benefits and is commonly used to soothe an upset stomach. It can be very helpful in treating morning sickness and indigestion, two common problems pregnant women encounter. It calms stomach muscles and improves the flow of bile (aids in the digestion of fats). This speeds up the passage of food through the stomach, thus preventing indigestion. Peppermint tea also relieves gas and may be helpful for women who suffer from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome).

Peppermint tea also strengthens the immune system so the body is better able to fight off an illness or infection.
Another advantage from drinking this wonderful herbal tea is relieving stress. Its refreshing aroma can calm the mind and body, relieve a headache, and promote a good nights sleep.

Precautions:

Excessive amounts of tea can cause heart palpitations and diarrhea.

If the symptoms of indigestion are related to GERD (gastro esophageal reflux disease - gastric acid flows from the stomach into the esophagus), do not drink peppermint tea.

A woman with diabetes and/or high blood pressure may want to avoid drinking peppermint herbal tea when pregnant because according to test tube studies, peppermint may lower blood sugar and according to animal studies, it may lower blood pressure.
If taking medications, consult with your health care provider before drinking peppermint tea.

Many people suffering from various stomach ailments use peppermint digestive aid to provide relief.

Peppermint is known to calm the muscles of the stomach. It has also been proven to treat bad breath, which is why we see gum and toothpaste flavored with peppermint.

A cup of peppermint tea can aid in the digestion of a meal, calm an upset stomach, and reduce bloating and gas.
It is no wonder peppermints are available as an after dinner treat in so many restaurants.

Peppermint Tea has no caffeine, unless it has been blended with another caffeinated product.

Peppermint is very easy to grow in your own garden, and can be somewhat invasive if left unchecked in a garden plot. It is best to grow it in a large pot as it spreads by roots and can overtake your garden in a few seasons.

Fresh peppermint leaves are harvested in the summer, just before the plant goes into bloom. You can dry these leaves and use them all winter for making tea.

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