There’s nothing better than starting your morning with a delicious cuppa packed with health benefits. And when it comes to Lemongrass Tea, the benefits are endless!
But is Lemongrass Tea safe to consume during pregnancy? Here’s what you need to know.
Is Lemongrass Tea safe during pregnancy?
While Lemongrass tea is a delicious beverage you can enjoy while pregnant, it’s generally recommended to not overdo it (especially in the third trimester). Whilst brewing lemongrass in herbal teas is generally considered 'safe' it's worth noting that experts recommend you steer away from concentrated versions like essential oil or supplements.
That’s because Lemongrass tea has been traditionally used to help women stimulate menstruation. Small amounts found in herbal tea is generally considered safe and can even help mild uterine cramping that is a common pregnancy symptom, however, ingesting high amounts of it (think more than 5 cups a day, or in the form of a concentrate or extract) may not be safe while you are pregnant.
Lemongrass tea benefits
Lemongrass Tea is as delicious as it is powerful. Offering multiple health benefits, cosying up with an herbal cuppa fights against free radicals, reduces inflammation in the body and even relieves anxiety! Here are some other health benefits of this transformative brew:
- Helps lower cholesterol
- Prevents infections such as thrush
- Helps boost oral health
- Relieves pain
- Boosts red blood cell levels
- Regulates bloating
- Improves gut health
- Relieves painful periods
- Regulates hormones
How to make lemongrass tea
When making a cup of anti-inflammatory goodness such as our Morning Glo Tea, we recommend putting 2 teaspoons per cup of tea (250ml) into a strainer. Next, pour boiling water over the tea leaves and allow them to infuse for at least 4 minutes.
After the tea leaves have finished infusing, simply remove the strainer and enjoy! Whether you like it warm or prefer your cuppa over ice with a wedge of lemon, this delicious herbal tea will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed.
Lemongrass tea side effects
Turns out, you can have too much of a good thing. Like most things in life, Lemongrass tea should be enjoyed in moderation. Consuming too much (over 5 cups a day) may result in unwanted side effects such as dizziness, increased urination, allergic reactions and dry mouth.
Lemongrass tea in the morning
One of the many great things about Lemongrass tea is that it doesn’t contain caffeine. That means this delicious herbal tea can be enjoyed at any point throughout the day.
But given its ability to leave you feeling energised and refreshed, many people choose to start their mornings off with this invigorating herbal blend.
Lemongrass tea and pregnancy
While Lemongrass tea should be consumed in moderation when pregnant, it can be a soothing and nourishing blend for you and bubs to enjoy.
If you’re looking to source some Lemongrass tea for your mornings, give our Morning Glo blend a try. With organic Lemongrass, Lemon Myrtle, Ginger and Calendula Petals, this yummy cuppa will leave you feeling like the best version of yourself.
So in short, kinda. Lemongrass Tea within moderation (less than 5 cups a day) is fine when you're pregnant. You can up your intake after you've had your previous bub if you're really into it!