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Oregano during pregnancy: is it possible in the early stages

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Last reviewed: 10.08.2022
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Oregana is the most popular representative of this genus. Contains aromatic and fatty oils, vitamin C, has healing and spicy taste properties. It is made of tea, oils, infusions, effective for many diseases, add as spices in marinades and hot dishes. However, oregano during pregnancy is a serious danger.

Whether it is possible oregano at pregnancy?

On the question of whether oregano is possible during pregnancy, doctors respond negatively, because ingested broths provoke uterine bleeding and miscarriage. Because of these qualities, oregano is used by alternative medicine to interrupt unwanted pregnancy.

It is recommended only external application of oregano in pregnancy, for example, for washing in the presence of skin problems. Decoctions positively affect the skin, suffering from hormonal surges associated with the course of pregnancy.

  • Oregano can alleviate a headache: for this purpose, apply compresses moistened with decoction, or rinse hair after washing. This procedure has a beneficial effect on the structure of the hair and scalp.

With a cold, the inhalation of the fragrance of a powder made from dry raw materials is recommended. Essential oils are also suitable for aromatherapy - as a sedative for nervous disorders. An excellent soporific effect creates a pillow filled with dry oregano, if it is hung in the bedroom.

Oils are not suitable for application to the skin, because they are easily absorbed and can harm the body. As an exclusive option, oregano oil is allowed in a minimal dosage (one drop or a wet tampon) with otitis. To avoid getting through the skin into the blood, the procedure can be performed only once.

Cough, tonsillitis is treated with the infusion of the plant, performing throat rinses. Thus it is necessary to watch, that the medicine did not get inside.

Oregano in early pregnancy

The use of oregano in early pregnancy has its own characteristics.

In the first trimester, as is known, the nervous system and the brain are formed in the fetus. Any external influence on these processes is undesirable, because it can be detrimental to the fetus. In this regard, doctors maximally restrict the use of drugs and herbs of strong action. Oregano during pregnancy belongs precisely to such herbs.

  • Uterine bleeding, which provokes the active components of oregano, is very dangerous for the mother and the fetus. An exception is allowed only if the benefit is significantly greater than the risks.

In the subsequent period of pregnancy, oregano is allowed only for external use or aromatherapy, and only if there are no problems with the uterus. If the tone for some reason increases, then even the external application of oregano is not recommended.

In general, enjoy your favorite drink, as a rule, only after childbirth. Tea at this time is very handy: it stimulates lactation, improves the quality of milk, and also serves to prevent allergies in the child.

Tea with oregano in pregnancy

Oregano has many useful properties, therefore it is used in official medicine for the treatment and prevention of various diseases. But there are contraindications; one of them is the state of pregnancy. In this connection, alternative medicine recommends women tea with oregano:

  • in pregnancy - as an abortifacient;
  • at delays of monthly - for treatment.

Prohibition of oregano in pregnancy is associated with an effect on the musculature of the uterus: the plant causes it to contract and bleed, and this is a real threat of miscarriage and premature birth. It is not recommended to use it and as a seasoning. Note that the spice with oregano is called "oregano".

It is allowed to use the decoction from the grass outside: it can be washed by a face on which rashes or other defects can occur during pregnancy, and also gargle and mouth cavity in case of angina, stomatitis, gingivitis. For preparation of the external means take a teaspoon of dry raw material on a glass of water, brew, insist and cool.

How to brew oregano for the termination of pregnancy?

Oregano, or mother, is a plant in demand with alternative medicine. According to some sources, it was used even in the times of Aristotle and Pliny the elder. Modern herbal medicine recommends the herb for delaying menstruation of a different nature, and also use oregano in pregnancy as an abortifacient.

  • A properly prepared product not only causes monthly, but also stabilizes the cycle in the future. Infusion and alcohol tincture reduce menstrual pain. In addition, the oregano has a relaxing effect, and in the menopausal period calms the nerves and relieves insomnia.

However, a woman who is responsible for her health, should not engage in self-medication, potent herbs including. After a malfunction of the menstrual cycle can be caused by serious problems in the body: dysfunction of the ovaries, infections, endocrine diseases. Therefore, for any violations of the cycle, as well as before brewing oregano for the termination of pregnancy, it is necessary to turn to the gynecologist.

Thymus and oregano in pregnancy

Thyme and oregano during pregnancy intensify the abortive properties of each other (some even find their odors similar). Therefore, it is not recommended to get involved with drinks from these herbs. Allowed limited use, preferably individually, using the useful properties of these plants.

  • Thyme tea is an antiseptic, diuretic and diaphoretic, contains vitamins and microelements. With a cold, along with sweat, it removes harmful ingredients from the body. The danger of the drink is that it can raise the tone of the uterus and blood pressure; both are dangerous for a woman in the situation. Thyme is completely forbidden for hypertension, malfunctioning of the heart and thyroid gland.

Oregano is considered to be an excellent analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent, which makes it expedient to use it for colds. But oregano in pregnancy is not recommended because of the high risk of an abortion. To this effect the ability of the plant to reduce uterine musculature. The pregnant woman will have to abstain until well-off deliveries, but for now replace her favorite drink with another, safe herbal tea.

Oregano for abortion

Oregano belongs to the so-called abortive herbs, therefore, alternative medicine for oregano for the abortion has been used for a long time. Unfortunately, while consuming oregano during pregnancy, women got rid of the unwanted child uncontrollably and, in fact, in a barbaric way. However, any method of abortion can be considered barbaric.

Abortive plants are divided into two types. Poisonous, like adonis, kill the fetus and adversely affect the entire body, which is fraught with toxic poisoning or a dangerous heart attack. The use of such herbs poses a threat to the life of the mother.

  • The abortive properties of oregano consist in increasing the muscle tone, which leads to fights and miscarriage. Grass changes the level of estrogen, which causes the development of the fetus to stop and premature termination of pregnancy.

Medical professionals warn against such abortions. Firstly, herbs do not guarantee a 100% effect, and secondly, one should take into account the high degree of risk in their use. For example, the death of the fetus may occur, and the birth activity - no. In this case, intoxication and the state of shock develops, and only an urgent medical intervention can save the life of a woman who has risked self-use of oregano for abortion.

Tansy and oregano for abortion

In alternative recipes, plant mixtures, such as tansy and oregano, are often used to interrupt pregnancy. This combination is suitable for restoring the cycle, especially with scant excretions and disappearing menstruation.

In open sources it is emphasized that tansy gives almost 100% effect in the early periods; the main thing is to properly cook and eat tansy with tartarum in pregnancy. The effect is associated with the toxicity of components that kill the fetus through the blood and provoke uterine contractions.

For abortive broth take tansy and tartar evenly (a teaspoonful) on a glass of water. The brewed drink is defended, filtered and drunk for three meals (before meals). At a moderate weight, a single dose of 3 tbsp is recommended. Spoons.

  • You should know that the dosage in this case is extremely important. In view of toxicity, it is important not to overdose, and if the amount of the funds is insufficient, the fruit will not come out, so that its decomposition and sepsis may begin. Such a threat should make one think about the consequences of every woman who does not want to become a mother.

And one more caution: the described method of interruption is not suitable for late terms (more than 12 weeks), as well as the first pregnancy. Incorrect dosage can cause poisoning or complications leading to death.

Despite a number of useful properties, to the oregano should be treated with caution. In particular, oregano is contraindicated in pregnancy, it is better to completely eliminate it from use, and without special need - and do not use, including externally. Console yourself with thoughts about future tea drinking after childbirth, when the oregano will be harmless and even useful for the nursing mother.

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