Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful, but at the same time crucial periods for any woman. One of the main tasks now is to protect yourself from various misfortunes, and, of course, your child. But, unfortunately, it was during this period that pregnant women were “attacked” by hundreds of a wide variety of diseases, which are contraindicated with medications. Because of this, very often women, being in an interesting position, are wondering if it is possible to drink sage and other medicinal herbs during pregnancy? I would like to warn you right away if you are pregnant, then in no case do not consume tincture from sage. Do not be the enemy of your own child. Sage during pregnancy is contraindicated even in the smallest doses.
Sage - use during pregnancy and its consequences
So, as has already been said, despite all the healing properties that this plant possesses, for all 9 months of pregnancy it is worth completely abandoning its use. Sage helps increase estradiol in a woman's body, as well as reduce the corpus luteum hormone - progesterone. In addition, sage infusion affects the uterus, causing it to contract, which in most cases leads to a miscarriage. Multiple studies have revealed that sage causes an increase in blood pressure. You understand that this is extremely dangerous for the development of your baby.
Sage, the use of which many mothers begin after their child is born, causes a decrease in the amount of milk in the breast. This leads to the fact that still very fragile children are transferred to artificial feeding. But no additives can replace breast milk, which is so necessary for the development of the child.
The use of tinctures from this plant very often leads to the fact that in a pregnant woman placental circulation is disturbed. Through the placenta, a connection occurs between the baby and the mother's body. If blood circulation is impaired, then the fetus receives an insufficient amount of oxygen and the necessary nutrients for the development. This causes a mismatch between the development of the baby and the gestational age.
Sage, which is applied externally, can be used in some cases. If during pregnancy you have venous nets, then this herb can be used as a prophylactic. To do this, it is necessary to brew sage in a small amount of hot water, and then immerse in the foot bath. This procedure must be carried out for 15 minutes. In this case, a bath with sage will help relieve swelling and fatigue.
With mood swings, with stress or depression, sage is very effective. The use of the drug by inhaling its vapors and smell allows you to relieve internal tension, a sense of fear and cheer up. From time immemorial, aromatherapy is one of the most effective means in the event of stressful situations.
Once again, I would like to remind you that at any stage of pregnancy and during lactation, it is strictly forbidden to use tincture of sage inside. Do not experiment with your health, because you are responsible for a life that has not yet been born. In case of symptoms of some diseases, do not engage in self-treatment, because you can cause irreparable harm to your baby. For the appointment of treatment, contact your doctor - a gynecologist who conducts your pregnancy and knows everything about the condition of the child.
Remember that even natural herbs are not always beneficial. What nature provides can have a detrimental effect on your health.