Saturday, November 14, 2009

Is it okay to eat rosemary when pregnant? In moderation?

I have heard somewhere that rosemary isn't a good herb during pregnancy that it could loosen the uterus or something but only if in excess. Does any1 know anything about this and did you/have you eaten at least some rosemary while pregnant? I am 23 weeks and ate some chicken that had rosemary in it not a whole lot just some. and I hardly ever eat rosemary. Is this okay or safe?

Is it okay to eat rosemary when pregnant? In moderation?
I am pretty sure its rosemary leaf a herb found in different herbal tablets you can get from your health food store that is the problem during the early stages of pregnancy. It can cause contractions in the uterus they don't recommend using it in the first 2 trimesters. If your worried you should give your doctor a call they should be able to answer a question like that over the phone.
Reply:Foods seasoned with rosemary are not a problem. Taking large amounts of the herb is not advised during pregnancy. Don't worry, chicken flavored with rosemary is not going to harm your baby. Everything in moderation is the key
Reply:hope so, i did :) I would have the rosemary chicken at my favorite place at least 1 a week..my baby is a healthy 5 months old :)
Reply:Culinary amounts of herbs are just fine and not a problem. However it is large amounts or tea made from herbs taken regularly that can be a problem. Go for it! Chicken soup with rosemary is awesome.

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