Can pregnant women drink tea?

　　Can pregnant women drink tea?

　　Many people have the habit of drinking tea, but during pregnancy female During this special physiological period, many expectant mothers are not sure whether pregnant women can drink tea. So, can pregnant women drink tea? Let’s give a detailed introduction below.

　　In fact, pregnant women can drink tea, but not all tea is suitable for pregnant women. If you drink it indiscriminately, it will affect the health of pregnant women and their health. fetus healthy。

　　What kind of tea is good for pregnant women to drink?

　　Pregnant women should drink green tea, not black tea, and should avoid drinking strong tea.

　　Green tea is extremely rich in zinc, which plays an extremely important role in the normal growth and development of the fetus. Therefore, experts believe that pregnant women who like to drink tea can drink some green tea in moderation. The zinc content in the black tea extract is very small, and the zinc content in the strong black tea is coffee Because of its stimulant effect, drinking too much tea will stimulate the fetus to increase fetal movement, and even harm the growth and development of the fetus.

　　Precautions for pregnant women to drink tea

　　Pregnant women should also drink light green tea in the correct way. Drink light green tea 1 hour after meals. If pregnant women can drink 3 to 5 grams of tea every day, especially light green tea, it is of great benefit to strengthen heart and kidney function, promote blood circulation, help digestion, prevent pregnancy edema, and promote fetal growth and development.

　　However, if pregnant women drink too much tea, too strong, especially strong black tea, it will be harmful to the fetus. Tea contains 2% to 5% caffeine, and every 500 ml of strong black tea contains about 0% caffeine. 06 mg. Caffeine has a stimulant effect. Drinking too much tea can stimulate the fetus to increase fetal movement and even harm the growth and development of the fetus. If pregnant women drink too much strong tea, it may cause pregnancy anemia It is possible that the fetus may also suffer from congenital iron deficiency anemia. Drinking light green tea is beneficial to pregnant women and the fetus, but green tea also contains tannic acid, which can also hinder the absorption of iron.

　　In addition, pregnant women should drink tea in an appropriate amount and not consume too much. It is recommended to drink 3 to 5 grams a day. Pregnant women consume a variety of nutrients during pregnancy. In addition to supplying the body's metabolic needs, they also need to supply the fetus in the pregnant woman's body. If she drinks too much tea at this time, the "tannins" in the tea will combine with the iron in other foods eaten by the pregnant woman in the gastrointestinal tract to form a complex that cannot be absorbed by the body. baby Also suffers from iron deficiency anemia.