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Pregnancy is the most exciting and fulfilling phase of life that is experienced by most women. The rapidly changing fetus structure and its growth rate affect the mother both physically and psychologically. Hence it is crucial to check the mother’s health during pregnancy and offer her excellent health care. To assure holistic care, many women include Ayurvedic supplements in their allopathic follow-up routine. Many expecting mothers express doubts about taking Ashwagandha during pregnancy.
Ashwagandha is one of the prominent Indian Ayurvedic herbs. It has immense medicinal value. It has become a popular supplement due to its health benefits. So can you take Ashwagandha during pregnancy? Let’s find out!
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Ashwagandha is an Indian shrub famously known as ‘Indian Winter Cherry’ or ‘Indian Ginseng’. This herb is being used for the last many years, as a natural medicine for various health reasons. Its root is used in the form of powder which smells like a horse and hence it is named Ashwagandha. Due to its increasing popularity, it is easily available in markets.
There is a lot of study and research going on about this medicinal plant and its safety during pregnancy. Researchers have found that there is no toxicity effect on the mother or baby when consumed in a certain moderation. But for women with a thyroid disorder or any other systemic diseases, it is always recommended to use ashwagandha under the proper medical guidance.
100 grams of ashwagandha powder, has the following components:
As far as consuming ashwagandha during pregnancy is concerned, it has been studied that its excessive use can induce miscarriage.
Ashwagandha is known to trigger the early onset of menstruation, and hence it is avoided during pregnancy.
However, if there is a doubt regarding anything during pregnancy, it is always advisable to consult your physician first, as the food consumed by the mother will definitely affect the baby and its growth.
Ashwagandha has proven beneficial for fertility and a lot of research is still being done to learn its effect on pregnancy and baby’s development. however, it surely is a strong competitor for other stress relieving drugs.
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