Sage during pregnancy: methods of use, indications and contraindications

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

It is clear to everyone that the period of pregnancy is not the best time for a variety of diseases. But, as luck would have it, just when a woman is carrying her baby, something always happens: either it tickles in the throat, or the ears hurt, or the nose “does not breathe.”

Of course, in these cases, no one wants to immediately turn to medication. Therefore, many try to use traditional medicine recipes with the traditional use of a variety of herbs. When making an independent decision to use this or that herb, pregnant women do not even think about the fact that some plants can be much more dangerous and harmful than medications during this period. An example is sage.

Should I eat sage during pregnancy

Can sage be taken during pregnancy? Absolutely not. Sage has a whole range of useful properties: it helps to strengthen memory and rejuvenate; relieves frigidity, gynecological diseases, gastritis, gum disease; removesfatigue and more. But for women who are carrying their babies, it is categorically contraindicated. That is, sage during pregnancy should not be taken in any form. Do not forget that during this period you are responsible not only for yourself, but also for the one who is inside you. This is very important!

Why is sage so dangerous during pregnancy

Why is this plant dangerous for the expectant mother and her baby?

• Sage affects the hormonal background of a pregnant woman: there is a change in the amount of hormones such as estradiol and progesterone, the level of which is decisive in the development of the baby and the normal course of pregnancy. The first is significantly increased, and the second is reduced. An increase in the level of estradiol (which, by the way, during pregnancy already increases to the maximum allowable size) does not bode well. A decrease in progesterone can lead to a strong contraction of the uterus and an inevitable miscarriage.
• When using sage, the blood pressure of a pregnant woman can jump up sharply. This is very dangerous.

• The plant stimulates uterine contractions. The result can be premature birth or miscarriage.
• Eating the herb can cause blood clots, as the substances that make up the plant contribute to blood clotting (that is, it becomes more viscous, and its speed slows down). As a result, certain problems begin withblood circulation, which, as a result, lead to a lack of oxygen in the blood. And this is necessarily reflected in the development of the baby.
• Sage can interfere with placental circulation, resulting in a significant reduction in the amount of oxygen and nutrients available to the baby. This can cause stunted growth and development of the fetus.

From the above, it becomes clear that the use of sage is not safe for both the mother and her baby.

Sage Lozenges and Lozenges

Many are wondering if lollipops, lozenges or sage tablets can be taken during pregnancy? You can not, in any case, do not experiment. The fact is that in the process of resorption of lozenges or lozenges with sage, their active components will certainly enter the gastrointestinal tract and blood. Thus, they will create a certain threat to the normal bearing of the child, provoking such processes as miscarriage, placental abruption and premature birth.

Pills are even worse than lozenges and lozenges, since they contain approximately twice the amount of active ingredients.

Sage in early pregnancy

The first trimester of pregnancy is a very dangerous period, as the baby's internal organs are just beginning to emerge. In this situation, the slightest intervention can have disastrous consequences. During this period, one must be extremely careful in taking certain drugs. What can we say about sage, which includes a huge amount of chemically active substances. Their presence can adversely affect the bookmarkorgans and tissues of the child. Even in minimal amounts, sage during pregnancy can cause malformations. Therefore, take care of yourself and the he alth of your baby and do not consume this plant at an early stage.

Sage in late pregnancy

Can sage be used during late pregnancy? Purely theoretically, during the third trimester (especially in its middle), childbirth can happen, albeit premature. Therefore, sage should not be taken during this period, as its use can provoke uterine contractions and, as a result, contractions.

Immediately before and after childbirth

Before and after childbirth, you should also not use dosage forms that include sage. The reason is that this medicinal plant helps to reduce lactation (that is, a decrease in the amount of mother's milk). The child will have to be transferred to artificial feeding. And this is not good for the baby at all.

When sage can help a pregnant woman

The healing properties and contraindications of sage indicate that this is a rather useful plant, but not for pregnant women. They can only use it externally for the following purposes:

• prevention of varicose veins and reduction of edema;
• fatigue relief;
• improvement of psycho-emotional state;
• use as an antiseptic;
• performing inhalations and rinses;
• aromatherapy sessions.

Varicoseven

Sage baths are an excellent remedy for cramps, fatigue and feeling of heaviness in the legs.

The recipe is quite simple:

• pour 5-6 tablespoons of chopped sage into a container;
• fill with boiling water (1 liter) and cover with a lid;
• we insist until the temperature of the broth is comfortable;
• lower the legs into the container and hold for 20-25 minutes.

Important! All procedures (regardless of whether it is a foot bath or a gargle for the throat) can be carried out only after consulting a doctor.

Improve psycho-emotional state

If you have certain psycho-emotional disorders, then sage can help to calm down. It is enough to add 2-4 drops of sage essential oil to the bath and take it. You will feel relaxed and light throughout your body.

Don't stay in the bath for more than 10-15 minutes, as prolonged inhalation of sage vapor can lead to nausea, pain in the lower abdomen and dizziness.

Gargle

To prepare a decoction for rinsing, it is enough to brew one tablespoon of chopped sage with boiling water (one glass), insist for 30 minutes, and you can use it. This remedy helps with diseases such as stomatitis, periodontitis or tonsillitis.

Gargling with sage during pregnancy can beallowed only by a doctor. Carry out these manipulations with caution, as there is a danger that part of the decoction through the oral cavity can very easily enter the digestive tract.

Inhalations with sage

Inhalation with sage during pregnancy is not contraindicated at all. When inhaling vapors, the amount of active components of the plant that enters the nasopharynx is minimal. It cannot cause any unwanted reactions. Inhalations help with tonsillitis and respiratory diseases, as they contribute to the discharge of sputum from the lungs. Inhalation of vapors is carried out using a kettle or inhaler, a special device for such "events".

Use sage during pregnancy as instructed:

pour one tablespoon of chopped sage into the container;

• fill with water - boiling water (1/2 cup), close the lid;
• we insist for 15-20 minutes;
• add boiling water to the infusion (3-4 cups);
• decoction is ready for inhalation;
• pour it into the kettle and start inhaling the vapors through the spout.

Sage in aromatherapy

Sage aromatherapy helps to relax, relieve stress and get rid of depression. By improving your psycho-emotional state, you have a beneficial effect on the development and growth of the fetus.

In order for the healing particles of sage essential oil to enter the air, you need to purchase a special device that has a bowl inside, which is designed for water (slightly heated), to which a few drops of essential oil are added. Undera heat source (for example, a lit candle) is located in the container. Breathe slowly and deeply.

Don't let the liquid boil: keep adding water at room temperature.

Why is sage so good for those who do not bear a child

If you are not pregnant, then you can safely use sage in any form. Moreover, the plant has a huge number of healing properties:

• Strengthens the immune system.
• Helps reduce sweating.
• It is a good remedy for the treatment of respiratory diseases.
• Relieves inflammation in the oral cavity and larynx.
• It has a beneficial effect not only on the intestines, but also on the stomach.
• It has anticonvulsant, disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic and emollient properties.

• Prevents the development of oncological diseases.
• Relieves peptic ulcer.
• It has a beneficial effect on the female and male bodies.

No wonder sage is called the "sacred herb of immortality" and "savior of life", and from Latin the word is translated as "healing" and "promoting he alth."

In conclusion

When the question arises about sage, the medicinal properties and contraindications of which were discussed in detail above, there can be no two opinions: it is contraindicated for pregnant women, but not for everyone else.