Is Chamomile Tea Safe During Pregnancy?
Chamomile tea has been popular for use as a soothing tea. This tea can be helpful in relieving upset stomachs and sleeping disorders. It sounds like something a pregnant woman needs. Sleeping problems and nausea frequently affect women during pregnancy which could result in the conclusion that this tea is good during pregnancy. But, this is not the whole story. The herb chamomile is part of the Aster family. The FDA has included it on a list of herbs generally regarded as safe. There is one word of caution if you are allergic to ragweed, daisy flowers or plants in the Aster family, you should avoid chamomile whether or not you are pregnant! Strong arguments have been expressed for and against the use of chamomile tea during pregnancy. Unfortunately, natural herbs and vitamins are not evaluated and controlled by the FDA using the same vigorous standards applied to prescription medications. Because there has not been an official determination on the safety of chamomile during pregnancy,
