Side Effects of Coffee during pregnancy
Coffee during pregnancy - Side Effects, Risks and Is it safe, Caffeine and Decaf Coffee
Coffee contains caffeine and polyphenols. Caffeine is a stimulant and diuretic so it increases blood pressure and heart rate both of which are not regarded as good during pregnancy. So, it's important that you limit your coffee intake during pregnancy. Instant coffee contains less amount of caffeine than filter coffee. Hence it's better to consume instant coffee or decaf coffee during pregnancy.Is coffee safe to drink during pregnancy?
Yes, it is safe to drink coffee during pregnancy but you have to make sure that you don't have more than 200 mg of caffeine in a day.Side effects of Coffee during pregnancy
Taking too much coffee may increase the concentration of two components in the body: Caffeine and Polyphenols.Caffeine can pass from mother to the growing baby through the placenta. There are some of the side effects of coffee during pregnancy which are given below :
Low Birth Weight
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Miscarriage
Growth Restriction
Anemia
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Increases Blood Sugar levels
Preterm Birth or Stillbirth
How much coffee to consume during pregnancy?
Decaf coffee during pregnancy
What is Caffeine?
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Which foods and drinks contain Caffeine?
Some of the foods and drinks which contain caffeine are given below :
- Brewed Tea
- Soft Drinks
- Energy Drinks
- Decaffeinated Coffee
- Coffee Flavored Products
- Milk Chocolates
- Dark Chocolates
- Chocolate Milk
- Chocolate Syrup
- Hot Cocoa
- Espresso
Talk to your health care provider about the amount of coffee intake in a day. Limit your coffee intake during pregnancy. Take care and have a happy pregnancy.Also, read other health-related articles :
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