Useful Herbs to take during Pregnancy
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Herbs to avoid during Pregnancy |
The medicinal use of herbs is believed to be as old as mankind
itself, and up until the 18th century it was the most common form of
medical treatment in the West.'
Alfalfa
(Medicago sativa) rich in calcium, carotene, trace minerals and
vitamins E, K
Black Cohosh
(Cimicifuga racemosa) tones uterus; regulates contractions at birth;
- only to be used during the third trimester
Black Haw
(Viburnum prunifolium) aids in relieving leg cramps; helps prevent
possible miscarriage
Blue Cohosh
(Caulophyllum thalictroides) regulates contractions at birth; - only
to be used during the third trimester
Chamomile
(Matricaria chamomilla) calming effect, helps prevent and ease
constipation
Cleavers
(Galium aparine) helps lower high blood pressure; diuretic, to
reduce water retention
Cramp Bark
(Viburnum opulus) antispasmodic (relieves muscle cramps); helps
prevent possible miscarriage
Dandelion Root & Leaf
(Taraxacum officinales) rich mineral source; root tea or tincture
relieves constipation; root & leaf tea act as a diuretic, to reduce
water retention; helps lower high blood pressure
False Unicorn Root
(Chamaelirium luteum) eases nausea, aids in preventing possible
miscarriage
Fennel Seed
(Foeniculum vulgare) eases constipation, helps with the release of
excess gas
Ginger
(Zingibar officinalis) eases nausea; - Should be taken in
moderation, as high doses may result in miscarriage
Hawthorn
(Cratageus spp.) improves circulation; decreases high blood pressure
Horsetail
(Equisetum arvense) rich mineral and silica content for strong
bones; long-term usage will require thiamine (vitamin B2)
supplementation
Lavender
(Lavandula officinalis) calming effect; eases nausea
Lemon Balm
(Melissa officinalis) calming effect; eases nausea; carminative
Nettles
(Urtica dioica) rich in minerals
Peppermint
(Mentha piperita) carminative
Red Raspberry Leaf
(Rubus idaeus) tones uterus; improves contractions; eases
constipation
Skullcap
(Scutellaria laterifolia) calming effect
Slippery Elm
(Ulmus rubra) eases contipation; nourishing
Wild Yam
(Dioscorea villosa) relieves uterine pains
