Can you drink green tea while pregnant?
In small amounts. Keep green tea to small amounts in pregnancy.
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Has caffeine, and large amounts can reduce folate absorption. Count it toward your limit.
Why
- It contains caffeine, and guidelines suggest staying under about 200 mg a day.
How to enjoy it safely
- Count it toward your 200 mg daily caffeine limit.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you drink green tea while pregnant?
In small amounts. Keep green tea to small amounts in pregnancy. Has caffeine, and large amounts can reduce folate absorption. Count it toward your limit.
Why is green tea a concern in pregnancy?
It contains caffeine, and guidelines suggest staying under about 200 mg a day.
How can I have green tea safely while pregnant?
Count it toward your 200 mg daily caffeine limit.
What can I have instead of green tea?
Peppermint tea.
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