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Can I drink smooth move tea while pregnant

A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alan Patterson
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
Ask your OB: But it is not supposed to be taken during pregnancy due to possible effects on the uterus.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Al Hegab
Dr. Al Hegabanswered
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
Yes, but: Don't exceed recommended doses and watch as well for yourself: long term use isn't advisable, as your bowels would be dependent on the laxative, wish ... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Troy Reyna
Pediatric Surgery 46 years experience
Your choice: the tea has herbal additives that stimulate peristalsis. it is not bad tasting so try it and see what you like.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Mary David
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes it's a myth: Calcium is important for you. The baby will take what it needs from your teeth and bones and if you don't get enough you will risk dental problems and... Read More
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A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Lori Semel
Pediatrics 37 years experience
Not Advised: Organic matcha green tea has caffeine. It is not advisable in children. This is because tea contains caffeine that may over-stimulate. It also contain... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Randy Baker
Holistic Medicine 42 years experience
Yes- many benefits!: Ginger has many health benefits- it is a powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant, soothes the stomach, treats nausea, morning sickness & motion si... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Foster Carr
General Practice 35 years experience
Nothing special: Tea should not cause any particular nutritional deficiency. Eating a normal balanced meal is all that is recommended.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowler
Psychiatry 27 years experience
TCM: Traditional chinese medicine recommends sipping with not too hot or too cold temperature to obtain maximum benefits.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Ed Friedlander
Pathology 46 years experience
Of course: It's a foolish idea altogether. Do it any way that you like. It won't remove "toxins" from your body. If you want to increase your chances of staying ... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowler
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Light vs dark tea: Tea is derived from the camellia sinensis tree. The leaves contain antioxidant polyphenols which have an anti-carcinogenic effect. Lighter tea (whit... Read More
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