What beverages can't pregnant women drink?

We all know that pregnant women must pay more attention to their diet during pregnancy. Many of the things we usually eat should not be eaten too much. Beverages are something that everyone usually likes to drink, and there are many kinds of beverages on the market.

What beverages can't pregnant women drink?

1. Lactic acid bacteria beverages & lactic acid beverages

"Lactic acid bacteria beverages" contain a certain amount of milk powder, reconstituted milk or plant milk powder, but the protein content is significantly lower than "yogurt". Good lactic acid bacteria beverages can regulate intestinal flora, but other nutrients such as protein and calcium are significantly lower than yogurt. Although "lactic acid beverages" may also contain a certain amount of milk ingredients, the proportion is generally low, and then water, sugar, citric acid or lactic acid and other ingredients are added to make it. From a nutritionist's point of view, it is closer to a sweet drink, so for expectant mothers, not only is the nutritional value very limited, but it also brings problems with high blood sugar.

2. Black tea

The zinc content in the extract of black tea is very low, and the caffeine in strong black tea has an excitatory effect. Drinking too much tea will stimulate the fetus to increase fetal movement and even harm the growth and development of the fetus. Therefore, pregnant mothers should not drink black tea or drinks containing black tea. Pregnant women should drink green tea and some scented tea, not black tea, and should avoid drinking strong tea.

3. Honey water (royal jelly, jujube honey and motherwort honey)

Pregnant women should not take royal jelly, as the hormones in royal jelly can stimulate the uterus, cause uterine contractions, and interfere with the normal development of the fetus in the uterus. Therefore, experts specifically remind pregnant women not to take royal jelly and honey water made from it. In addition, because constipation is easy to occur during pregnancy, and jujube honey is the only type of honey that does not relieve constipation but increases constipation, pregnant women should not use it. Motherwort honey has the effect of promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation, and has a good effect on gynecological menstrual disorders, excessive menstrual bleeding, dysmenorrhea and amenorrhea. However, just like longan promotes blood circulation and moves the fetus, motherwort honey is not suitable for pregnant women. According to the special constitution of pregnant women, experts recommend that pregnant women can consume locust flower honey, hundred-flower honey, and vitex honey.

4. Juice

It is undeniable that juice is rich in nutrients, but from a professional point of view, it is recommended that all friends try to choose fresh fruits instead of juice if possible. First of all, going from fruit to juice means the loss of a lot of insoluble dietary fiber, which is a pity; secondly, according to the recommendation of the Chinese Nutrition Society, the recommended daily intake of fruit per person is 200-400g, and the amount of fruit required to make a 300ml bottle of juice generally exceeds the recommended daily intake of fruit. We recommend that each person ensure 400-500g of vegetables and 200-400g of fresh fruit intake per day. Once pregnant women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes, they must remember that juice is the enemy of blood sugar and must be avoided.

5. Functional beverages

Understand the applicable groups. Anti-fatigue functional drinks are mostly made of caffeine and taurine, and are only suitable for people who need to work even when they are tired. Pregnant women, nursing mothers and adolescents in their growth and development period should not drink such drinks.

6. Herbal tea

Pregnant women should not drink herbal tea in summer. Herbal tea generally contains honeysuckle, rose, kuding tea, chrysanthemum and other medicinal materials, most of which are cold medicinal materials. Pregnant women are extremely sensitive to cold and hot stimulation after pregnancy. Cold stimulation will make blood flow stagnant and slow, causing abdominal pain and uterine contraction.

7. Soda water

In terms of nutritional value, soda water is mainly used to replenish water, but it contains sodium after all. If you drink it frequently or in large quantities, it will increase the risk of high blood pressure. In addition, some artificial soda waters have added extra sugar and fructose syrup. If you drink it in large quantities for a long time, it will also increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, gout and other diseases. In other words, pregnant women can drink soda water in moderation, but there is no need to drink it in large quantities for a long time.

8. Coke

A bottle of ordinary cola contains about 50 mg of caffeine, and a single oral dose of caffeine is more than 1 gram, which is enough to cause central nervous system excitement, accelerated breathing, tachycardia, insomnia, dizziness, tinnitus and other symptoms. Even if you take less than 1 gram of caffeine, some people will experience nausea, vomiting, dizziness, palpitations and other symptoms due to the stimulation of the gastric mucosa. If the expectant mother has drunk a lot of cola or was a cola enthusiast before pregnancy, it is best to quit cola for the health of the baby. Especially for those expectant mothers who often drink cola after pregnancy, it is best to go to the hospital for relevant prenatal examinations to understand and grasp the baby's current growth and development. To ensure the healthy development of the baby.

9. Alcoholic Beverages

Everyone knows that pregnant women should not drink alcohol, including alcoholic beverages. There is evidence that low-frequency repeated drinking (even just three times a day) or occasional excessive drinking can cause birth defects. Although this can happen throughout pregnancy, the harm is particularly significant in the first 3 months. Alcohol is probably the leading cause of birth defects worldwide. The best way is not to drink, even a little.

10. Coffee

High doses of coffee (6 cups of coffee a day is considered a high dose) are definitely not good for pregnancy. The caffeine in coffee is an invisible "killer" that harms the health of the fetus. It can easily cause miscarriage or premature birth, and it may also cause cell mutations and deformities. However, low doses (1-2 cups a day) have little effect on pregnancy. Therefore, if coffee lovers choose to drink a small cup every day during pregnancy, the risk is very small; if you are not so controlled by coffee, it is safer to drink a cup every few days.

Pregnant women should not drink these beverages

1. Strong tea

The tannic acid, caffeine and other ingredients contained in strong tea can affect the development of fetal bones and the body's absorption of iron, thus causing anemia during pregnancy. Therefore, pregnant women should not drink strong tea during pregnancy.

2. Raw water

The so-called raw water refers to water that has not been boiled. Raw water contains a large number of bacteria. In addition, pregnant women have relatively poor resistance, which can easily cause minor gastrointestinal problems.

3. Carbonated drinks

Like strong tea, carbonated drinks generally contain a lot of phosphoric acid, which can affect the fetal bone development. If you drink too much during pregnancy, you may also suffer from calcium deficiency and other problems. In addition, children should try to drink less carbonated drinks, such as soda, Sprite, and Coca-Cola, which are actually carbonated drinks.

4. Coffee

The survey found that women who drink coffee for a long time have a much higher chance of suffering from infertility than ordinary women. In addition, even if they become pregnant, the birth rate of premature birth, miscarriage, and mentally retarded babies will be much higher than that of ordinary women. Therefore, it is recommended that pregnant women also use coffee with caution.

Can pregnant women drink Coke?

It is not recommended for pregnant women to drink cola, which is a carbonated beverage containing caffeine, as well as phosphoric acid, caramel and other spices. Since the fetus is particularly sensitive to caffeine, and some beverages even contain 2.4% to 2.6% of caffeine, alkaloids such as clonidine, some pregnant women will experience mild poisoning symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, and rapid heartbeat after drinking them, which may affect the development of important organs such as the fetal brain, heart and liver, and may even cause congenital diseases in the child after birth. Therefore, it is best for pregnant women not to drink cola, and other caffeinated beverages are also not suitable. There are three specific hazards of drinking cola for pregnant women:

First, the phosphoric acid in cola will reduce the body's absorption of calcium, which is not good for mothers who are in urgent need of calcium during pregnancy.

Second, the caffeine in cola can disrupt the sleep system, causing insomnia, excitement, and tension. It can also damage bones and ultimately lead to serious health problems.

Third, the caffeine in coffee and cola can irritate the gastric mucosa and promote gastric acid secretion. If there is too much gastric acid in the stomach, it will corrode the stomach, causing acid swallowing, nausea, and vomiting, and even causing diseases such as gastric ulcers or duodenal ulcers. In addition, if you drink coffee or cola immediately after taking ibuprofen, it will aggravate the irritation to the gastric mucosa, and in severe cases, gastric bleeding and gastric perforation may occur.

Fourth, cola contains caffeine, as well as flavors such as phosphoric acid and caramel. The fetus is particularly sensitive to caffeine, and many pregnant women will experience mild poisoning symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, and increased heart rate after drinking it, which may affect the development of important organs such as the fetus' brain, heart, and liver, and may even cause congenital diseases in the child after birth.

Can pregnant women drink cola ginger soup?

Cola ginger soup is good for patients with colds. Pregnant women can drink a little bit if they have colds, but it is not suitable for those with wind-heat colds. And to relieve colds, you can drink ginger soup directly without adding cola. Cola contains caffeine, which still has a certain effect. Ginger is a "spicy and warm" substance, which has the effect of dispelling cold, warming the stomach and relieving cough. Pregnant mothers can drink some ginger soup to drive away the cold.