During the period of carrying a child, women are faced with many restrictions that affect their usual diet. It is easier for the expectant mother to refuse some food and drinks, while it is sometimes very difficult to find a replacement for others. What if, for example, before pregnancy, a woman got used to finally waking up only after a mug of aromatic strong coffee? Is it worth giving up this drink for the entire nine months, or is it enough to just cut back on it?

How coffee affects the body

One cup of brewed coffee without sweeteners contains a little less than 1200 natural substances, a good half of which belong to the class of aromatic compounds that give a unique taste and aroma to this drink. The main component of coffee, which determines its tonic effect, is caffeine, an alkaloid capable of stimulating the receptors of the central nervous system. For the drink to successfully cope with increasing mental and physical performance, a teaspoon of freshly ground natural coffee must contain 0.2 grams of caffeine.

Coffee contains about 1200 different substances

The composition of coffee beans also includes such substances as:

• the alkaloid trigonelline, which imparts a special aroma to roasted coffee. When fried, it breaks down to form nicotinic acid. It is she who stimulates the activity of the nervous system;
• vitamin D, which improves the absorption of minerals in the intestines;
• carbohydrates that feed the nerve cells of the brain;
• minerals that make up the bones that regulate the work of the cardiovascular system.

Thanks to such a rich chemical composition, coffee has both positive and negative effects on human well-being and health. It all depends on the characteristics of the body and the volume of the drink consumed.

So, drinking coffee in small quantities can:

• relieve asthmatic symptoms;
• activate the intestines;
• prevent tooth decay;
• improve mood;
• increase attention;
• reduce the risk of diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, breast cancer.

The negative properties of coffee include the ability to:

• dehydration of the body due to the diuretic effect;
• pressure increase;
• development of urolithiasis.

In addition, caffeine is considered a kind of mild narcotic drug. With too frequent use of this substance, physical and psychological dependence arises, which forces a person to drink coffee more and more often.

Is it possible to drink coffee for women in position and how much

Many modern women consume coffee, and quite often and in large quantities. However, an interesting situation forces them to radically change their habits and lifestyle.

According to medical research, drinking coffee by a woman in a position can negatively affect her well-being and the health of her child. So, in the first trimester, it is possible to terminate pregnancy, and in the later stages, the risk of premature birth and placental detachment increases. However, such undesirable consequences lie in wait not for those women who occasionally drink coffee, but for lovers of a strong drink, absorbing it in large quantities throughout the day.

Recent studies by Danish scientists have shown that small amounts of coffee do not significantly harm maternal and child health. The recommended daily dose is 150 ml of a flavored drink... This amount should be enough to get a charge of good mood and start fruitful activity.

You can, up to three cups (small) coffee. Of course, it is difficult to determine the "strength" of coffee. Almost all Latin American women drink coffee as a traditional drink, but usually no more than 1-2 cups a day.<…>The latest recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, which guide doctors not only in North America, but also in Europe and Australia, were adopted in July 2010, and they state that 200 mg of caffeine per day does not increase the rate of miscarriages and premature birth. This amount of caffeine is equivalent to 2 cups of strong black coffee ...

The opinion of Dr. Komarovsky

The popular pediatrician Yevgeny Komarovsky has his own point of view on the nutrition of the expectant mother. Many women trust his recommendations. So, regarding coffee during pregnancy, the position of the doctor is visible in the statement: “avoid everything that your great-great-grandmother did not eat. You will be healthier. "

Protein components of such products as citrus fruits, coffee or cocoa cannot be completely digested in our body, and they load the liver, which is forced to neutralize them. During the carrying of the baby, the load on the woman's liver is already great. In addition, there is a high likelihood of developing an allergy in a child specifically to "exotic" foods used by the expectant mother.

... It is the liver that is the main fighter against toxicosis, neutralizer of fetal secretions, etc. Let's take care of it. If you want your child not to suffer from the fact that he cannot eat a tangerine or a chocolate bar, then, being pregnant, you do not need to absorb these same tangerines and chocolates (undigested particles, before being neutralized by the liver, will pass through the fetus, cause responses , and the child will then be allergic to these products).

E.O. Komarovsky
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Why some pregnant women often want coffee, while others are sick of it

The main factor forcing a woman to constantly brew a flavored drink is the caffeine content in it. This substance quickly enters the brain through the bloodstream, stimulating the production of the neurotransmitter dopamine. The increased level of this biological compound in the body causes a feeling of satisfaction, improves mood and performance. But the effect does not last long (maximum 2 hours), and more and more portions of coffee have to be brewed..

However, physiological dependence is not the only reason why expectant mothers dream of a cup of coffee. A constant desire for this drink may indicate a lack of iron in the blood. The suddenly developed love for strong tea also speaks of this.

Iron performs an important function in the female body - it transports oxygen from the lungs to tissues and organs, including the placenta. With a deficiency of this trace element, mother and child suffer from a lack of oxygen. Iron deficiency can be replenished with a balanced diet, including foods such as:

• animal liver;
• red meat;
• buckwheat;
• fruits (apples, persimmons);
• beans and peas.

Pregnant women should not succumb to the "provocations" of the body, which requires more and more portions of the black drink. The best option is to consult with your doctor and donate blood for the hemoglobin level. If iron deficiency is confirmed, the doctor will prescribe an appropriate complex of vitamins and minerals and give advice on changing the diet.

Some women note an intolerance even to the smell of coffee during pregnancy, up to nausea and vomiting. Often the cause of this is toxicosis, as the body reacts to a dangerous product that increases unpleasant symptoms.

Potential harm, including in the early stages

Many doctors recommend that you give up coffee early in pregnancy or significantly limit your coffee intake. In the first weeks, all the main organs and systems are laid in the child, therefore, even a previously harmless drink can negatively affect the development of the fetus.

Drinking coffee by pregnant women can lead to the following undesirable consequences for the mother and child, arising at different stages of gestation:

1. Due to the diuretic effect of coffee, the mother's body intensively loses fluid, and along with it, calcium is washed out, which the fetus needs for the full formation of bones at the beginning of pregnancy.
2. Caffeine constricts blood vessels in the placenta, which is fraught with impaired oxygen supply to the baby and a lack of nutrients.
   

   In especially severe cases, a miscarriage or premature birth is possible if a woman has an increased uterine tone.

3. Penetrating through the umbilical cord, the active substances of coffee increase the heart rate in the child.
4. Abuse of a fragrant drink can negatively affect the growth of the fetus. Norwegian scientists have calculated that women who drank several cups of coffee a day, children were born with a weight below average.
   

   Studies in which 60 thousand pregnant women took part showed that if a woman drinks more than 150 ml of coffee a day, then each extra mug ultimately leads to about 30 grams of underweight in a newborn.

5. The high content of tonic substances in coffee leads to the excitement of the nervous system. Pregnant women become irritable, anxiety, anxiety, and insomnia appear.

At the beginning of pregnancy, some women suffer from toxicosis, and drinking coffee only increases the nausea. This is due to the ability of the drink to irritate the stomach lining, and also due to the narrowing of the blood vessels. Strongly brewed coffee causes particularly strong gagging.

Who is not allowed: contraindications

Thus, coffee is considered a rather dangerous product for the expectant mother. If a woman has a chronic illness, a doctor should be consulted before drinking. The main contraindications for drinking coffee are conditions and diseases such as:

• high blood pressure;
• tachycardia;
• gastritis and stomach ulcers;
• early toxicosis and gestosis (complications in the second half of pregnancy);
• sleep disorders;
• placental insufficiency;
• anemia.

In such situations, even one cup of coffee drunk can worsen the condition of the mother and fetus.

The benefits of a cup of coffee a day for the expectant mother

However, lovers of this product should not be discouraged. Scientists are sure that those pregnant women who have no contraindications can pamper themselves with a cup of aromatic coffee. In some situations, the drink can bring tangible benefits to the expectant mother.

Weak coffee is recommended for pregnant women suffering from low blood pressure. It is not easy for such women to get out of bed without a mug of an invigorating drink. The main condition is not to use it on an empty stomach, you must first have breakfast.

The drink will also benefit those future mothers who have edema in the later stages... Due to its diuretic properties, coffee removes excess fluid from the body, therefore, with the permission of the doctor, it can be used in conjunction with decongestants.

How to make coffee properly

In order for the invigorating drink to remain useful for the pregnant woman and not harm the child, doctors recommend following several important rules:

Table: caffeine content in drinks

You should not uncontrollably drink tea, both black and green varieties, since it also contains caffeine. However, green tea contains many beneficial substances for the expectant mother, for example, provitamin A, vitamins P and C, so it can be drunk, but in reasonable quantities.

Natural Grain, Instant or Caffeine Free?

The quality of instant coffee depends on the manufacturer and, accordingly, the cost. Cheap products contain the minimum concentration of natural coffee and the maximum percentage of various reagents remaining after processing. But even expensive varieties of instant coffee should be consumed as little as possible..

Another question that interests expectant mothers: what is hidden in the bag under the intriguing name "3 in 1"? The composition of such a product includes numerous flavors, emulsifiers, dyes, but sometimes it is simply impossible to find natural coffee there. This drink is strictly prohibited for women in position!

The best option is a natural grain drink in limited quantities... One small mug of weak coffee with milk or cream a day will not harm the baby and the expectant mother (of course, subject to her full health), but it will help her feel more cheerful and happier.

A level teaspoon contains about 3-4 g of coffee... However, the exact weight of the powder depends on the grind: the thinner it is, the more coffee will fit in a spoon.

Table: adjust the strength of the drink

Important nuances to consider when choosing:

1. Experts recommend expectant mothers to carefully choose coffee varieties. The strongest is considered robusta, whose beans contain from 2 to 4% caffeine.... In Arabica, for example, the amount of this alkaloid is 2 times less.
2. In addition, the caffeine content of the beans depends on the type of roast. The more the grains are fried, the more alkaloids are in them, which means that the taste of the drink becomes richer and stronger. Strong roasted coffee is not suitable for women in position.

Some pregnant women, not wanting to give up the invigorating drink, purchase decaf coffee, and completely in vain. It turns out that even after processing, some of the caffeine in the product remains. In addition, chemicals are used in the process of its production.

Little research has been done on decaffeinated coffee, but data from a study by the State Department of Health, Kaiser Permanente Division of Research and UCSF, in which 5144 women took part: taking 3 or more cups of decaffeinated coffee per day increases the risk of spontaneous early pregnancy loss. 2.4 times compared to those pregnant women who do not drink this type of coffee. Also, another large study showed that it is decaffeinated coffee, and not natural coffee, that increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. It is important to understand that decaffeinated coffee is a chemically processed coffee that is not a healthy drink.

How to replace coffee during the first trimester or the entire pregnancy

Of course, in the first trimester it is best to give up coffee gatherings altogether or drink one cup of coffee 2-3 times a week. But what if you want to pamper yourself with something warm and warming? Other herbal drinks can help replace aromatic coffee.

Correctly selected plants, for example, fireweed, currant leaves, raspberries, rose hips, will strengthen the nervous system, give a boost of vivacity and protect a woman from colds. Before using herbal preparations, you must consult a doctor to avoid possible negative consequences. In addition, you should not get too carried away with herbal tea - 1-2 cups a day will be enough.

Barley coffee drink

A useful substitute is a barley drink. It does not contain caffeine, so it has a completely different aroma and taste to coffee. However, the barley substitute contains many vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates and fiber, which distinguishes it favorably from the original. Barley coffee will help the expectant mother with problems with the kidneys and gastrointestinal tract. There are no contraindications to it, with the exception of individual intolerance.

Barley drink is not very similar to coffee in taste and aroma, but very healthy

Methods for making barley coffee:

1. Pour 1-2 teaspoons of the ready-made instant drink into a mug, pour boiling water over it and stir until completely dissolved. Add milk and sugar to taste.
2. Fry large, good quality barley grains in a dry frying pan, grind them in a coffee grinder. To prepare one serving of the drink, you need to pour 200 ml of boiling water over a tablespoon of ground barley. Let the drink sit for 3 minutes and add cream and sugar to taste.

Chicory

The most popular coffee substitute is chicory. And this is not surprising, since a natural product has the following positive qualities:

• maintains normal blood sugar levels;
• cleans the blood from harmful substances;
• increases the amount of hemoglobin;
• has a calming effect.

However, chicory also has certain contraindications. So, this aromatic drink should not be drunk with ulcers of the digestive system, gastritis, varicose veins.

Chicory is a good alternative to regular coffee during pregnancy

Doctors warn that chicory has a diuretic effect. To prevent dehydration, you should not consume it too often. The optimal amount of chicory is 2-3 cups per day. You need to prepare it like instant coffee: pour the amount of chicory recommended on the package with a small amount of boiling water, add sugar and stir until smooth, and then add hot water.

You can add milk, milk froth or cream to such a drink, in general, use all your favorite coffee recipes with it.

Chocolate chicory recipe:

1. You will need half a teaspoon of dry instant drink and cocoa powder, a glass of milk and sugar to taste.
2. Combine the chicory and cocoa in a mug, boil the milk and pour over the dry mixture. Do not forget to stir well and let it brew for 5 minutes.

Video: how to make delicious chicory coffee

Coffee recipes with milk

The most important condition for a harmless coffee for an expectant mother is the presence of milk or cream in it. These additives lower the strength of the drink, as well as compensate for the inevitable loss of calcium and other trace elements. We offer two simple and delicious coffee recipes suitable for pregnant women.

Cinnamon cappuccino

This coffee and milk drink has a pleasant smell and taste. To make it, you will need the following ingredients:

• a teaspoon of good coffee;
• 150 ml of water;
• 70 ml of cold milk;
• a pinch of cinnamon.

Cinnamon cappuccino - a traditional coffee recipe for dessert, popular all over the world

Preparation:

1. Brew a portion of coffee in the way you are accustomed to: on the stove in a Turk or using a French press, a coffee maker or a coffee machine. When brewing a drink in a Turk, the following procedure must be observed:
   • heat ground coffee in a Turk for a few seconds and only then fill it with cold water;
   • put the coffee on the smallest heat, the longer it will simmer on the stove, the better;
   • the drink should not boil, as soon as you notice bubbles and a sharply rising foam, immediately remove the Turk from the heat.
2. Heat the milk without bringing it to a boil.
3. Whisk the hot milk with a blender or French press until fluffy.
4. Fill a large mug with a third of the coffee, pour in the whipped milk, gently spoon the froth and sprinkle with cinnamon.

New Orleans coffee

The added chicory gives the unique rich flavor and aroma to the drink.

Ingredients:

• 100 ml of water;
• a teaspoon of coffee;
• a pinch of salt;
• a teaspoon of chicory;
• 2 tablespoons of cream.

New Orleans coffee has a rich dark color, it can be prepared in different ways, both in a Turk, and slowly pouring boiling water in portions through a mixture of ground coffee and chicory

Try reducing the amount of coffee in your recipe to reduce the caffeine.

Preparation:

1. First, you should brew coffee with chicory in a Turk, throwing a pinch of salt in the middle of the heating process to better reveal the aroma of the drink.
2. Then add cream to soften the taste. The drink should be drunk without sweeteners.

Video: how easy it is to make a latte with lush foam at home

Pregnancy is always a joyful event for a woman. A child is the most beautiful thing that nature can give us, therefore, only after learning that she will become a mother, a woman simply glows with happiness. Very often, even those who diligently and for a long time are preparing for pregnancy, indulge themselves with a drink like coffee.

Coffee is a traditional drink that people around the world drink.

Many people love him so much that they cannot imagine their life without him. This certainly applies to women as well. Therefore, when the test shows two cherished sticks, many pregnant women have a question whether pregnant women can drink coffee.

Some pregnant women are not only allowed to drink coffee, they should. For example, those who suffer from constant low blood pressure simply cannot do without this drink. Also, those who cannot wake up for a long time in the morning and force themselves to get out of bed will not be able to live without this invigorating drink. A natural question arises whether it is possible for pregnant women to drink the same coffee as before.

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Coffee and pregnancy

Can pregnant women drink coffee

What is harmful during pregnancy

Can pregnant women drink coffee?

Is it possible for pregnant women to have a rosehip?

1. First, you need to understand that you need to choose a coffee that has a small amount of caffeine. These are mainly instant and granular coffee.
2. Second, you should significantly reduce the number of cups you drink per day. It is advisable to reduce the volume to one cup in the morning.
3. Thirdly, in no case should you drink coffee on an empty stomach. If earlier you could afford this, now it is highly discouraged, since your liver suffers greatly from this.

Can pregnant women drink coffee with milk?

As you know, coffee and tea contribute to the rapid elimination of calcium from the body. During pregnancy, a woman shares all vitamins and minerals with her baby, therefore, if she does not receive the elements she needs, this will significantly affect her health during or after childbirth.

By adding regular milk to coffee, a pregnant woman will be able to compensate for the amount of calcium that this cup of drink will take. Also, with the help of milk, the concentration of caffeine in the drink becomes less.

What you need to know about coffee?

There are several important facts about coffee that every expectant mother should know in order to avoid trouble when drinking it:

• You cannot drink coffee at night.
• You can drink a maximum of three cups in one day.
• Coffee raises blood pressure. Women who suffer from high blood pressure should completely exclude an aromatic drink from their diet during pregnancy.
• It is undesirable to drink coffee for those who suffer from frequent nausea, headache and cramps.
• Pregnant women suffering from gastritis or stomach ulcers should never drink coffee, as it increases the acidity of the gastric juice.
• Drinking more than 5 cups of coffee per day raises blood cholesterol levels.

Negative effect on the body

Despite the great popularity of this drink, there are a number of negative effects on the body that make themselves felt after drinking a coffee drink.

• The first and most common disadvantage is the high amount of caffeine. If there is an overdose of this substance, this can lead not only to permanent dependence, but also to death. Coffee is loved due to the fact that it improves the general condition of a person and gives energy. Typically, this effect occurs an hour after taking the drink. But it is worth noting that there is also a negative side to the coin. Together with such good health, blood pressure also increases significantly. It is extremely dangerous for people who suffer with such a disease to consume this drink with a large amount of caffeine, and even more so for pregnant women.
• The second negative quality that coffee has is its strong diuretic effect. Every week of her pregnancy, a pregnant woman goes to the toilet more and more often, as the baby presses on the bladder more and more. By the end of pregnancy, going to the toilet will become very frequent. If you also drink a lot of coffee at the same time, these trips will become much more frequent. In addition, doctors say that if a pregnant woman drinks only it, she may have problems with dehydration of the body, and coffee itself removes with it all the useful elements from the woman's body.
• The third negative factor is that very often drinking a coffee drink leads to heartburn. Pregnant women and so in the third trimester often suffer from this malaise. The drink contains substances that provoke the occurrence of heartburn.

Can pregnant women drink coffee in the early stages?

There are different opinions about drinking coffee for a pregnant woman in the first trimester. Some say it is not dangerous at all, while others argue that it contributes to miscarriage. Doctors have conducted a number of studies that have shown that the use of large amounts of caffeine by an expectant mother provokes a miscarriage. They provided a list of reasons why this is happening:

• A sharp jump in pressure.
• It contributes to the narrowing of the uterus. In this process, the child does not receive the proper amount of nutrients. In the worst case scenario, this can result in the death of the baby or hypoxia.
• It significantly increases the tone of the uterus.
• Violation of the normal water-salt balance.

Is it possible for pregnant women to have coffee with milk in the early stages?

Of course, milk slightly reduces the negative effect on a woman's body, but it is unable to completely eliminate it. Many doctors advise, if possible, to reduce the amount of coffee drunk by a pregnant woman, and it is best to eliminate it altogether during pregnancy.

For those who cannot imagine their life without this drink, many experts suggest replacing it with chicory or cocoa. These two drinks are high in protein and calcium, but also caffeine-free. Of course, if you really want to, you can sometimes indulge yourself with small cups of a fragrant drink.

A woman who is expecting the birth of a child sometimes has to seriously change her lifestyle, because her main task during this period is to bear a healthy baby. This means that you need to take especially serious care of your diet and not consume foods and drinks that can harm your health. Many pregnant women have a question, should they give up their usual cup of morning coffee, or will it not harm the child? So, today we will figure out whether coffee is harmful during early pregnancy.

Is coffee dangerous during pregnancy?

Each of us knows how coffee works, and it's not for nothing that everyone calls this drink invigorating. It is worth drinking a cup - drowsiness recedes, efficiency increases. Why does coffee have such an effect?

The caffeine contained in this drink (it does not matter whether it is grain or soluble) is very quickly absorbed from the stomach into the bloodstream, which means it is spread throughout the body and reaches the developing embryo. Even one small cup is enough for us to feel the effect of caffeine on our nervous system.

How coffee works:

• Stimulates the vasomotor center, which is responsible for blood pressure and vascular tone. As a result, blood pressure rises.
• It makes the heart beat faster, the person's heart rate increases, and their response to other stimulants (such as stressful situations or medications) is increased. Therefore, taking coffee during stress or in combination with any drugs that stimulate heartbeats can lead to tachycardia and even tachyarrhythmias (disruption of the heartbeat rhythm).
• It activates the respiratory center of the brain, and a person's breathing becomes more frequent and shallow.
• Strengthens the formation of urine, and its amount increases.
• Stimulates the nerve centers of the higher parts of the brain. This explains the general arousal that occurs in a person after taking coffee: reactions become faster, performance increases. This effect differs in different people in time, it depends on the individual characteristics of the body, its sensitivity to caffeine. If you often stimulate the body by drinking coffee, psychological dependence can develop: without another cup of invigorating drink, a person feels tired, sleepy.
• It slows down the absorption of iron from food that passes through the human gastrointestinal tract. This is especially important for people who have a deficiency of this element: taking coffee impairs the absorption of iron, which means that its lack may become even stronger.

One cup of coffee a day won't hurt?

Many doctors believe that during the normal course of pregnancy, a healthy woman can safely drink one cup of coffee a day. There are even some cases where coffee can help you feel better:

• Low pressure... With a strong drop in blood pressure, many pregnant women simply drink a cup of coffee - and their health improves, the pressure returns to normal. But you should not abuse this method, it is better to choose other methods to increase pressure: coffee has more side effects than benefits.
• Edema... Coffee has a diuretic effect and therefore can help fight the swelling that is common in late pregnancy. But still, this is not the best way to deal with them - it is better to choose green tea for these purposes, and in case of severe edema - special diuretics from the pharmacy. And be sure to consult a doctor!

So: if you do not have health problems and with carrying a pregnancy, you can sometimes drink a cup of this invigorating drink. But it is better to choose high-quality coffee, which will bring less harm to health.

Natural or Instant?

Experts say that grain coffee is less harmful than any, even the most expensive, instant coffee. And a woman who is expecting a baby should choose exactly coffee beans. Instant coffee, especially low quality coffee, contains a lot of "excess": harmful additives, toxins that can harm your body and fetal health more than caffeine. Remaining in the body, these substances can cause the formation of fetal defects or slow down its development, and in the early stages this is especially dangerous.

1. Don't drink coffee in the afternoon.
2. Check your blood pressure regularly. It can be elevated even if you don't feel it. Then you should refrain from drinking coffee.
3. Don't be caffeine addicted. If you consume this drink regularly, even once a day, your brain "gets used" to its effects, and as a result, physical dependence is formed.
4. Drink coffee with milk. It is very important for a mother-to-be to prevent loss of calcium in the body, and cream or milk will help with this.

Scientists believe that a healthy pregnant woman can consume up to 2 to 3 cups of weak coffee a day. But only small cups, not glasses!

Even with a healthy pregnancy, coffee consumption should be limited as much as possible.

When should a pregnant woman not drink coffee?

Not all pregnant women can drink coffee. There are situations when it is worth giving it up if you do not want to harm your baby. So, coffee is not recommended if a woman has:

• Toxicosis of early pregnancy. Drinking coffee can cause increased nausea and vomiting. Once in the bloodstream, this drink causes a spasm of blood vessels, blood circulation decreases, which means that toxins that accumulate in the mother's body are eliminated more slowly.
• Poor placental circulation, abnormalities in the development of the placenta. Caffeine hinders blood circulation in those vessels that feed the placenta and the fetus itself, and if there were such problems, they only intensify. If the situation is serious, drinking coffee can be one of the factors that slow down the development of the child or even lead to disturbances in his formation.
• Arterial hypertension in a woman. If, even before the conception of the child, she was diagnosed with such a diagnosis, it is categorically not recommended to take coffee during pregnancy. High blood pressure is especially dangerous for the expectant mother, and caffeine is known to make it even higher.
• Tachycardia (rapid heartbeat), irregular heartbeat. If these problems in themselves are not usually considered serious, they are exacerbated by drinking coffee, so it is better to skip this drink before giving birth.
• Increased nervous irritability. If a pregnant woman is emotionally unstable, her mood jumps, she is crying, complains of headaches, tremors in her hands, her body does not need caffeine during this period.
• Insomnia. Many pregnant women complain of having difficulty falling asleep and often waking up. In this case, coffee is also not worth drinking, even in the morning.
• Severe forms of anemia. Caffeine makes it difficult for the body to absorb iron, and a lack of it can only worsen.
• Acidic gastritis, stomach ulcer. Coffee increases the acidity of gastric juice, so it is contraindicated for such stomach problems. At the beginning of pregnancy, many women have stomach pains, in this case, even without gastritis, you should not drink coffee.

If you drink coffee several times a day, the level of cholesterol in the body rises. This is especially true for women over 35.

How to replace coffee during pregnancy?

Advising to give up coffee, doctors suggest that a young mother replace it with other drinks. What are the alternatives to coffee?

• Cocoa... This drink is good for pregnant women. It also contains a little caffeine, but it also contains a large amount of nutrients, vitamins, including iron, calcium, phosphorus, folic acid (especially important in the early stages!), B vitamins. Cocoa improves mood and has a mild diuretic effect. You shouldn't abuse it either, but 1-2 glasses of this drink a day will not harm the expectant mother.
• Tea... Both green and black teas contain slightly less caffeine than coffee. But doctors do not prohibit pregnant women from drinking tea, emphasizing that, not brewed well, this drink is not harmful when consumed in reasonable quantities. It is better to give preference to green and white tea, but herbal teas should be used with caution, some herbs negatively affect the health of the fetus.
• Chicory... It is an almost ideal coffee substitute for pregnant women. It has only benefits, does not contain caffeine and has practically no contraindications. It also tastes like coffee, which is important for coffee lovers.
• Decaffeinated coffee... In fact, this drink also contains caffeine, only in smaller quantities. It would seem a great option for those who love the taste of coffee. But doctors say that this drink is harmful: it contains much more toxins and other harmful substances, so this coffee is also not suitable for pregnant women.

Tea, like coffee, enhances the leaching of calcium from the body, so pregnant women should use these drinks with caution.

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Let's summarize the justification and possibility of drinking coffee during pregnancy.

Suppose a woman loves coffee. She drinks several cups of the invigorating drink with a strong aroma a day, enjoying its pleasant taste. But during pregnancy, the fair sex has to adjust her daily menu. She wonders if coffee should be removed from the daily menu? After all, experts often write about the dangers of caffeine in early pregnancy. At the same time, many young mothers themselves admit that at one time they did not deny themselves the pleasure of drinking a cup of a fragrant drink. So where is the "golden mean"? Can I drink coffee while waiting for my baby?

The harm of the drink for the expectant mother

If you drink too much coffee during pregnancy, you may experience the following complications:

• premature birth;
• increased uterine tone;
• miscarriage.

Particular caution should be exercised in women with high blood pressure. The drink can contribute to vasoconstriction. As a result, the process of penetration of nutrients and oxygen to the placenta slows down. This negatively affects the well-being of the pregnant woman and the further development of the fetus. When drinking coffee in the last trimester of pregnancy, there are often sudden surges in blood pressure that can lead to miscarriage.

The caffeine in the drink can lead to heartburn. Coffee makes urination more frequent and has a diuretic effect. The drink removes calcium from the body, which is necessary for the proper formation of the bone tissue of the unborn baby. In the future, the child may develop various diseases of the musculoskeletal system, problems with teeth.

Coffee has a negative effect on the nervous system. During the waiting period for the baby, hormonal changes are taking place in the body of a pregnant woman. Therefore, expectant mothers often become nervous and irritable. Coffee aggravates the situation by putting additional stress on the body.

Is caffeine dangerous in the presence of gestosis in a pregnant woman?

If a woman has gestosis, drinks containing caffeine are contraindicated. Late toxicosis can lead to placental abruption or intrauterine fetal death.

There are the following symptoms of gestosis:

• the appearance of protein in the urine;
• increased blood pressure;
• the occurrence of edema.

There are several stages of late toxicosis. In advanced cases, the blood supply to the central nervous system is disrupted. A pregnant woman may experience the following complications:

• nausea;
• vomit;
• headache;
• deterioration of vision.

In a late stage of gestosis, called eclampsia, seizures may occur. In some cases, a pregnant woman has a stroke, cerebral edema develops.

Benefits of a drink during pregnancy

Coffee can be useful for women with low blood pressure. The drink helps to normalize the metabolism, allows you to keep the blood vessels in good shape. Coffee removes sluggishness. The drink helps fight headaches that many pregnant women with low blood pressure experience. For this category of women, coffee is a kind of medicine.

The beneficial effects on the body of green coffee

Green coffee beans are not heat treated. They contain significantly less caffeine than roasted beans. This is due to the fact that the concentration of this substance increases during heat treatment of the product.

Green coffee has tonic and antioxidant properties. It activates mental activity. Green coffee beans are rich in the following nutrients:

• tannin. This substance helps to cleanse the body of heavy metals, accelerates the process of tissue repair, improves the functioning of the digestive tract;
• theophylline. It normalizes blood circulation in the body, reduces the likelihood of blood clots formation;
• chlorogenic acid. It is an antioxidant of plant origin. Chlorogenic acid improves metabolism, prevents the development of diabetes;
• lipids. They have a beneficial effect on the nervous system;
• amino acids. These substances help to increase immunity and improve appetite;
• fiber. It helps to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

Green coffee should be used with caution if a pregnant woman has chronic heart disease, gastritis, poor blood clotting.

The use of green coffee oil for cosmetic purposes

Green coffee oil is actively used for cosmetic purposes. It is found in hair, face and body care products. Green tea oil improves hair strength. It reduces the likelihood of premature wrinkles, helps eliminate stretch marks and cellulite. Green tea oil accelerates the regeneration of burns and wounds on the body.

There are the following indications for applying a green coffee-based mask:

• the presence of acne on the face;
• dull complexion;
• dry skin;
• the presence of age spots on the face.

The green coffee mask should be applied to thoroughly cleansed skin. Make-up is washed off the face beforehand. The procedure can be done regularly.

The green coffee mask protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation. It has moisturizing properties. The product fills the skin with nutrients, eliminates edema. It has anti-inflammatory effects.

For a nourishing mask, you need the following ingredients:

• 20 g sour cream;
• 3 drops of green coffee oil.

Preparation:

1. You need to mix sour cream with 3 drops of green coffee oil.
2. The product must be applied to the face for 15 minutes.
3. After this time, the mask is washed off with warm water.
4. Wipes soaked in the product can be applied to the face for 20 minutes.

Fruit masks are also helpful. You can mix equal amounts of yoghurt and ground green coffee. Add 1/4 of the kiwi to the resulting mass, cut into neat slices. The nourishing mask is applied to the face for 25 minutes. Then the product is washed off with a sufficient amount of water.

Can I drink instant coffee while waiting for my baby?

Instant coffee contains a lot of acids. The drink can provoke the destruction of tooth enamel. The harm of instant coffee is reduced if you rinse your mouth with water after drinking it. The drink can cause an increase in gastric acidity. The acids contained in the product have a negative effect on the condition of the gastric mucosa.

It is believed that instant powder contains approximately 15% natural coffee beans. Various impurities are added to the granules:

• powder obtained from acorns;
• cereals;
• barley;
• oats;
• stabilizers;
• flavors.

The above additives have a negative effect on the body. When consumed in large doses, the drink can cause poisoning, provoke the onset of liver, heart or stomach diseases. Therefore, when choosing coffee, you should give preference to a natural ground product.

Note! To determine the presence of impurities, you can add a couple of drops of iodine to a pre-prepared instant drink. If the color of the liquid turns blue, it is worthwhile to understand that there is low-quality coffee in the cup with foreign impurities.

What can replace coffee during pregnancy?

Instead of coffee, a pregnant woman can use a drink made from chicory. The plant helps to eliminate toxins from the body, improving liver function.

Chicory is rich in inulin, which helps with bloating and other digestive problems. At the same time, it is recommended to refuse to drink the drink in case of varicose veins, hemorrhoids, gastritis and stomach ulcers.

In the article, we discuss whether coffee is possible for pregnant women. We will tell you about the benefits and dangers of coffee for pregnant women. You will learn how the drink can affect the fruit, what to do if you really want coffee, and how you can replace it.

The benefits and harms of coffee for early pregnancy

Coffee during pregnancy is allowed in moderation

In each trimester of pregnancy, coffee affects the expectant mother and child in different ways. Caffeine is considered useful only if the drink is prepared correctly and from high-quality grains, does not contain impurities, and you have no contraindications to the use of caffeine.

On the one hand, the benefits of coffee are obvious. The caffeine included in the composition is able to eliminate depression, improve mood, and give strength. With moderate use, the drink removes headaches, fights low blood pressure, hypotension. The norm for coffee is 1-2 small cups a day. Doctors advise not to drink coffee during pregnancy or consume it in very limited quantities, since the drink can have a negative effect on the development of the fetus.

Coffee can be harmful if the dosage is increased. Regular coffee consumption leads to increased urine output due to accelerated kidney function and therefore dehydration. Coffee 5 times increases the secretion of hydrochloric acid and 2 times - the secretion of the salivary glands, irritates the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract, increases breathing and heart rate, increases blood pressure.

Coffee removes calcium and other essential trace elements from the body(iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium), and not only removes, but prevents their absorption. Undoubtedly, a pregnant woman does not need such influence at all. Regular consumption of coffee provokes uterine tone and therefore increases the risk of miscarriage or premature birth.

But sometimes a fragrant cup is indispensable, especially if a woman cannot live and work without it. Just one portion a week of a natural, weak drink will not harm the baby, while the mother's performance will increase, and her well-being will improve.

How coffee can affect the fetus

Can I drink coffee during early pregnancy? In the early stages of pregnancy, it is better to stop drinking coffee or, in extreme cases, drink 20-30 ml of freshly brewed drink diluted with milk.

Why can't coffee be pregnant? It is harmful to drink a lot of coffee in the early stages of pregnancy, as this can threaten the malformation of the fetal organs. In the first trimester, the organs, nervous system, and brain are laid. The fetus develops actively, it is sensitive to external factors. He takes all the substances necessary for his body from his mother. This should be taken into account when consuming more than 1 cup of coffee a day.

In the 2nd trimester, coffee during pregnancy does not act so hard on the body. The kid has already grown stronger at this time and can withstand the elements that are not necessary for him.

Is decaf coffee for pregnant women? There really is such coffee, but in the process of extracting caffeine from the beans, a small amount of caffeine remains; it is not possible to completely get a drink without it. For the caffeine extraction procedure, harmful chemicals are used that can not in the best way affect the development of the fetus in any trimester and your well-being.

In the 3rd trimester, it is better to exclude coffee during pregnancy for the reason that swelling often occurs before childbirth. Caffeine delays the elimination of fluids.

According to Dr. Komarovsky, coffee during pregnancy has a negative effect.

From 1996 to 2002, Danish scientists conducted a study in which more than 88 thousand pregnant women participated. Research results:

• Drinking 1.5-3 cups of coffee per day - fetal death in 3% of cases.
• Drinking 3-4 cups of coffee - fetal death in 13% of cases.
• Drinking 4-7 cups of coffee - fetal death in 33% of cases.
• Drinking 8 or more cups of coffee - fetal death in 59% of cases.

Danish scientists also argue that caffeine can affect the mental development of the fetus and may slow down its growth in the womb.

Popular doctor and TV presenter E.O. Komarovsky does not recommend a pregnant woman to include in the diet any overseas products that were not on the tables of our great-grandmothers. And when it comes to coffee, it's not just about caffeine. Foreign proteins contained in such foods are not assimilated by our body. This, firstly, increases the load on the liver, and during pregnancy it is already increased. And secondly, proteins unknown to the body get to the fetus and cause allergies in the baby.

When deciding whether to take coffee during pregnancy, it is recommended that you consult with your doctor.

How many cups of coffee a day can an expectant mother drink?

Do not brew strong coffee, it is better to dilute the drink with milk

Can pregnant women drink coffee? You can, but no more than 1 cup per day... Drinking 1 cup per week or less is even better. In general, if there are no contraindications and other prescriptions from the attending physician, then you can drink coffee, but if it is possible to limit the use of an invigorating drink, then you should abstain until the moment of childbirth. This is due to the fact that caffeine, although useful in some cases, can have a negative effect on the fetus and the expectant mother.

In the first trimester (1-12 weeks), women are often tormented by toxicosis. Moderate use of espresso can improve a woman's well-being. Just one cup raises blood pressure and slightly raises the pulse, and this is a real salvation for hypotonic patients. Can I drink coffee with milk every day during pregnancy? Although milk or cream softens the coffee and makes it less strong, you shouldn't drink it every day.

How to replace coffee during pregnancy

Can pregnant women use chicory instead of coffee? Yes, chicory is a great alternative. Chicory does not contain caffeine, it has a beneficial effect on the nervous system of the pregnant woman. The inulin in chicory improves digestion. For a pregnant woman, this is especially true in the presence of constipation and toxicosis.

Chicory improves the functioning of the pancreas, purifies the blood. In addition, chicory controls blood sugar levels. It tastes slightly different from coffee.

Instead of custard coffee during pregnancy, it is better to drink herbal teas. Ivan tea, alfalfa are well suited. Currant leaves, brewed in the morning, contribute to the normal functioning of the kidneys, strengthen the immune system. Raspberry leaves have a positive effect on the uterus, prepare it for childbirth. It is allowed to take raspberry tea before childbirth.

Can pregnant women use coffee with cream? It is better not to consume coffee with cream on an empty stomach. Cream is a rather fatty product. Eating cream on an empty stomach has a negative effect on the alimentary tract. Drinking coffee with cream in the morning will kill your appetite and miss out on important vitamins.

If you can’t resist coffee with milk or cream, be sure to drink it weakly and only after meals. During pregnancy, think about yourself and your baby, as everything you eat and drink will go to not only you, but also your baby. Choose foods and beverages carefully with a preference for natural ingredients.

When you shouldn't drink coffee during pregnancy

A direct contraindication to taking coffee during pregnancy is stomach ulcer and gastritis. It is worth limiting the use of coffee during pregnancy in the 1st trimester, since at this time the internal organs are laid and the main development of the embryo occurs. Do not drink coffee too much. Optimally - 1 cup of coffee every 2-3 days.

Contraindications for drinking coffee:

• high blood pressure;
• tachycardia;
• early toxicosis and gestosis (complications in the second half of pregnancy);
• sleep disorders;
• placental insufficiency;
• anemia.

What to do if you really want to

If you cannot go without coffee for a day, and your doctor has not forbidden you to drink it, then you can sometimes drink one cup of an aromatic drink. Instant coffee during pregnancy is contraindicated, it does not contain useful substances, moreover, it has a harmful effect on the body.

If you want coffee in the morning, take the beans without aromatic additives, grind them in a coffee grinder and brew a small cup. Can pregnant women drink coffee with milk? Yes, milk makes the drink less strong. However, do not consume coffee with milk or cream on an empty stomach.

In addition, the caffeine content of the beans depends on the type of roast. The more the beans are roasted, the more alkaloids are in them, and the taste of the drink becomes more intense and strong. Strong roasted coffee is not suitable for women in position.

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Remember what?

1. Before drinking the drink, study the benefits and harms of coffee for pregnant women, as well as the dangers of coffee during pregnancy.
2. Is it possible for pregnant women to have coffee with milk in the morning? If there are no contraindications, you are in the second trimester, then one cup of coffee after a meal will not hurt.
3. Use only freshly brewed natural coffee for drinking. It is not recommended to drink instant coffee.