Can I eat herbal tea when pregnant?
SafePeppermint or gingerPeppermint and ginger tea are commonly used in pregnancy. A few cups a day is fine.
CautionOther herbalHerbal teas vary and many haven't been tested in pregnancy. Raspberry leaf in particular should be discussed with your midwife.
Herbal tea for other situations
BreastfeedingNo concern for breastfeeding.Safe
VegetarianFine for a vegetarian diet.Safe
VeganNo animal ingredients.Safe
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyNo milk listed.Safe
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesNo known concern for gestational diabetes.Safe
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is herbal tea safe in pregnancy?
Peppermint or ginger: Safe. Peppermint and ginger tea are commonly used in pregnancy. A few cups a day is fine. Other herbal: Caution. Herbal teas vary and many haven't been tested in pregnancy. Raspberry leaf in particular should be discussed with your midwife.