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The beneficial properties of oregano (oregano) have been known since time immemorial. The plant is widely used in folk medicine. Grass can not only help to cope with ailments, but also harm. For internal consumption, oregano during pregnancy is contraindicated. The chemical composition of the herb increases the level of estrogen in the blood, which can cause miscarriage. But there are no contraindications for external use of oregano.
Is it possible to drink oregano tea during pregnancy
Oregano tea, when used correctly, can relieve many ailments, helps prevent their occurrence. During pregnancy planning, some women use oregano decoction, as it has a beneficial effect on the entire body.
But at a time when a woman is preparing to become a mother, especially in the early stages, its use can cause premature termination of pregnancy.
Oregano during early pregnancy
Pregnant women in the 1st trimester are not recommended to drink tea with oregano, add grass as a seasoning to food. During the early stages of pregnancy, the baby’s brain and nervous system are developing. During this period, doctors recommend abandoning any medicines and decoctions of medicinal herbs in order to avoid abnormal development.
In addition, the components that make up the chemical composition of oregano cause uterine bleeding, leading to spontaneous abortion.
The use of oregano during pregnancy as part of medicinal sedative fees will lead to disastrous consequences.
Oregano during pregnancy in the second trimester
Oregano can be harmful to health throughout the entire period of bearing a baby. Therefore, in the second trimester, pregnant women should not drink tea with oregano.
Internal intake of grass is dangerous for women who have uterine hypertonicity and a complication in the form of preeclampsia. Restrictions apply to young mothers whose age does not exceed 20 years, as well as ladies who have crossed the 33-year mark.
A woman will be able to enjoy teas with oregano after the birth of a child. Nursing mothers, if there is no individual intolerance, are strongly recommended to include oregano decoction in their diet, as it improves lactation.
Oregano during late pregnancy
In the later stages, it is also dangerous for pregnant women to drink tea with oregano. Internal intake of grass remains prohibited. But for cosmetic purposes, oregano-based decoctions are allowed for external use. The risk of premature birth remains if creams and masks based on oregano extract are used uncontrollably. Substances easily enter the body of the mother and baby, being absorbed through the blood.
Cosmetic use
During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes hormonal changes. In this regard, there is a malfunction in the work of the sebaceous glands (acne), inflammation of the skin.
In order to put the skin in order during pregnancy, it is recommended to wash with products prepared using oregano herbs.
Decoction for oily skin
For a decoction for 0,5 liters of water, take 5 tbsp. spoons of dry oregano.
Algorithm cooking:
- Grass is poured into a saucepan, poured with water.
- After the broth boils, it is removed from the heat, allowed to cool. In the third trimester of pregnancy, it is allowed to take a steam bath for the face.
- After complete cooling, the broth is filtered. Drain into a convenient container.
The decoction is applied to the face with a cotton pad twice a day – in the morning and in the evening. After a 14-day course of therapy, a week-long break is taken. Then another course of cleansing procedures is carried out.
cosmetic ice
To prepare cosmetic ice for 250 ml of boiling water, take 2 tbsp. spoons of oregano.
Recipe:
- Oregano is poured with boiling water, insist.
- After two hours, the tincture is filtered. The liquid is poured into molds for ice, sent to the freezer.
Ice cubes in the morning wipe the skin in the face and neck
Washing tonic
Washing with oregano tincture has a beneficial effect not only on the skin, but also helps to reduce headaches. Tonic for washing during pregnancy is prepared from 6 tbsp. spoons of oregano and 750 ml of boiling water.
Algorithm cooking:
- The grass is poured with boiling water, put in a warm dark place for 5-7 hours.
- The tonic is filtered, poured into a container.
During pregnancy, oregano infusion is washed 2-3 times a day.
Hair Care
The effect of decoctions and tinctures of oregano on the hair and scalp:
- restore the structure of hair follicles;
- enhance growth;
- reduce the process of loss;
- normalize the fat balance of the skin, eliminate dandruff;
- protect against harmful environmental influences.
To prepare a rinse aid for 250 ml of water, take 2 tbsp. spoons of oregano.
How to cook:
- The grass is placed in a saucepan, filled with water, sent to the fire.
- After boiling, the broth is removed from the fire. Allow to cool to room temperature, then strain.
The decoction is used after shampooing. It is not necessary to rinse the conditioner from the hair with clean water.
After the first application, the hair becomes stiffer, dry skin may appear. This is due to the fact that oregano has tannic properties. If the feeling of dryness persists, it is better not to use a decoction of oregano as a rinse.
Treatment of wounds and abrasions
Oregano has not only antifungal but also antibacterial properties.
During pregnancy, oregano is allowed to be used with caution for the treatment of cuts, abrasions and wounds, since the substances that make up the herb can replace a number of antibiotics.
An infusion for treating wounds is prepared from 2 tbsp. spoons of grass and 250 ml of boiling water. Oregano insist for one hour, then filtered. During pregnancy, the wounds are washed with a decoction twice a day. If the wound is inflamed, the number of treatments is increased to five per day.
Use in aromatherapy
Oregano oil is used for aromatherapy purposes. But here, too, caution is required. The main thing is that the product does not get on the skin, as the circulatory system will quickly spread it throughout the body.
The benefits of external use of oregano during pregnancy:
- when inhaled, relieves symptoms of migraine and runny nose;
- aroma normalizes the functioning of the nervous system. A pillow with the addition of a few drops of oregano oil will help to cope with stress, improve mood, and relieve insomnia.
Scientists have found that if a pregnant woman inhales the aroma of oregano, her body’s defenses increase. They help fight bacterial and viral diseases. This is especially true during the cold season.
In aroma therapy during pregnancy, it is recommended to use the product in minimal quantities.
Possible harm and contraindications
If a woman suspects pregnancy and she has a delay, tea, decoctions and infusions based on oregano are contraindicated. Tarragon provokes bleeding, which can be fatal. Also contraindications to the use of oregano herb are:
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- peptic ulcer of the 12 duodenal ulcer;
- individual intolerance.
When, after external use of decoctions based on oregano, redness, itching, signs of peeling and swelling are observed on the skin of a pregnant woman, the use of the remedy should be discarded. The condition should be reported to the doctor in charge of the pregnancy.
Sometimes in the later stages, with tonsillitis and diseases of the oral cavity, rinsing with a decoction of oregano is prescribed. In this case, the tool is used with extreme caution. When rinsing, the decoction should not be swallowed.
The essential oil of oregano, produced at industrial enterprises, often causes an allergic reaction in pregnant women.
Conclusion
Oregano during pregnancy for internal use is contraindicated. Decoctions and infusions based on oregano can be used externally, but be extremely careful. Perhaps, in the later stages of pregnancy, a one-time violation of the rules will not cause harm to health. But neglect of the ban in the first and second semester is fraught with uterine bleeding.
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