Simple Ways To Avoid Harmful Herbs During Pregnancy

If you think natural herbs are quite safe and can be taken at any time of your pregnancy, then you are under wrong impression.

Many people think that herbs are natural and doesn’t cause any harm.

But, in reality many natural herbs are unsafe, particularly for pregnant women, since they can cause great harm to mother and for unborn baby as well.

Here are simple ways to avoid harmful herbs during pregnancy.

1. Check ingredients in herbal teas and other natural supplements that you take during pregnancy. Even though many herbal teas include safe herbs for pregnant women, it would be better for you to confirm and ensure that it is safe for you and also for your baby.
2. Actually, there are few herbs that you have to use in moderate levels. So, here is the list of species and herbs that you should take in moderation.
   • Cinnamon
   • Fennel
   • Oregano
   • Peppermint
   • Rosemary
   • Sage
   • Thyme oil
   • Nutmeg
   • Caraway
   • Chili
   • Lavender
   • Cumin
3. Stay away from herbs that can cause harm to both baby and mother. Some of the herbs that can cause birth defects including blindness and coma are Aloe Vera, worm wood, comfrey, false unicorn root and Peruvian bark.
4. Always seek advice from your personal health care provider before you consider taking any type of herbs or other natural supplements during pregnancy.