During pregnancy, it is common for there to be many doubts and questions such as what is normal or what the woman should ingest.
Cinnamon is an example of a delicacy that should be avoided during this period. Including, Want to know why? We’ll tell you in the article.
What does cinnamon do in the uterus?
Cinnamon, when consumed by a woman (pregnant or not), causes small contractions in the uterus, that is, it causes the muscle walls of this organ to retract and stretch.
These contractions can also cause vaginal bleeds and cramps. That’s why cinnamon (especially tea) is used a lot to help your period go down.
But beware, if the woman suspects pregnancy, cinnamon tea should not be consumed, as it can end up causing a miscarriage.
If consumed in excess, cinnamon can still trigger allergic reactions in the skin and vaginal mucous membranes. When this happens, one of the most common symptoms is blood in the urine (haematuria).
What is cinnamon tea for?
Pregnant can eat cinnamon and ginger?
The big problem with this combination is that cinnamon tends to cause contractions in the uterus, even if it is consumed in small amounts. Ginger can be dangerous or not for pregnancy, depending on the amount in which it is consumed. Therefore, the rule is: avoid cinnamon and moderate your consumption of ginger.
For example, in excess, ginger can cause miscarriages and induce premature births.
However, if this root is consumed in moderation (a small slice a day), it can even bring benefits to pregnant women such as:
- Relief from nausea;
- Reduction of swelling;
- Strengthening the immune system;
- Controlling bad cholesterol (LDL).
I had cinnamon tea and then found out I was pregnant what to do?
First of all, stay calm. Some women drink cinnamon tea without knowing they are pregnant and do not suffer any consequences.
When discovering the pregnancy, the ideal is for the woman to consult a gynecologist and obstetrician to start prenatal care. In this first appointment, it is important to inform about the intake of cinnamon tea.
If you have symptoms such as severe pain, severe bleeding and fever, the pregnant woman should seek an emergency medical service.
However, in small amounts there is no great risk, as there is no consensus on the effects of drinking during pregnancy. In general, in order to prevent greater risks, entities and many health professionals suggest avoiding drinking.
Is Cinnamon Late Pregnancy Safe?
No. Pregnant women who consume cinnamon (whether stick or powder) are more likely to have miscarriages (in early pregnancy) or premature births (in the final months of pregnancy). In addition, the child can be born with malformations, hyperactivity, attention deficit or aggressive behavior.
Why is cinnamon bad during pregnancy?
It is noteworthy that for cinnamon to be bad, it needs to be ingested in large quantities.
The big problem is that it is not known how much would make cinnamon dangerous for pregnancy.
Thus, to avoid risks, the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) and other agencies recommend that this ingredient be banned from the pregnant woman’s diet.
In excess, cinnamon can be bad during pregnancy for some reasons.
First, she has substances (such as coumarin) that cause contractions in the uterus and vaginal bleeding, which can lead to miscarriages and premature births (which, in addition to being a risk for the baby, can also compromise the mother’s life).
Another situation that can happen when ingesting cinnamon is increased blood flow. During pregnancy, this can be dangerous, as the heart rate is accelerated, bringing a feeling of malaise.
This can also cause restlessness and complications for the baby.
Some studies also say that cinnamon affects the baby’s central nervous system, which can cause malformation or changes in cognitive development, in addition to favoring aggressiveness and learning difficulties in the future, for example.
Is milk with cinnamon bad for pregnant women?
Again, the biggest complication of this mixture is cinnamon and this is why this combination should be avoided during pregnancy.
In general, milk can be good or bad for pregnancy. It has benefits such as the presence of calcium that helps in the proper formation of the baby.
On the other hand, if consumed in excess, this drink can also be a villain because of the amount of fats that favor the increase of bad cholesterol (LDL) and cardiac complications (such as failure and arrhythmia).
Thus, the ideal is to consume between 1 and 2 cups of milk a day. If possible, opt for the skimmed options.
Cinnamon is a product that should not be consumed by pregnant women, as it can cause uterine contractions and cause vaginal bleeding.
In cases of doubt, seek guidance from the obstetrician accompanying the pregnancy.