Is it safe to take in pregnancy?
Herbs, teas and supplements in pregnancy — the few with data, the many without, and the ones to avoid.
What this cannot tell you
- Almost nothing herbal has been tested in pregnancy. "Unknown" is the honest answer for most of this list.
- This is general information about ingredients, not advice about your pregnancy. Your midwife or clinician decides.
- Culinary amounts and supplement doses are different questions; this covers supplement-style use unless the note says otherwise.
Educational information only. Not medical advice. A verdict here is a reason to patch test or ask a clinician, never a diagnosis.
Every ingredient we flag under this question
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‡Ashwagandha Withania Somnifera Root
Ashwagandha; traditionally avoided in pregnancy, some sources cite abortifacient concern at dose.
‡Devil's claw Harpagophytum Procumbens RootDevil's claw; avoided, insufficient data and traditional caution.
‡Kava Piper Methysticum RootKava; liver risk and no safety data in pregnancy.
‡Liquorice root Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractWhole licorice root in quantity is linked to preterm birth and raised blood pressure.
‡Rhodiola Rhodiola Rosea RootNo safety data in pregnancy; avoided.
‡Senna Senna Alexandrina LeafStimulant laxatives are avoided in pregnancy.
‡St John's wort Hypericum PerforatumSt John's wort; avoided in pregnancy and interacts with many medications.