Rosehip in early and late pregnancy

One of the most useful berries is rose hips. During pregnancy, it can be used as a natural vitamin and mineral supplement and a source of vitamin C.

Rosehip or wild rose is a record holder for ascorbic acid content. It has general strengthening properties, increases the body's resistance to various pathogenic microorganisms.

The berry contains vitamins: group B, A, C, E, H, K, P, as well as minerals: zinc, magnesium, potassium, calcium, iodine, phosphorus, iron and many other micro and macro elements. All components are essential for both the pregnant woman and the fetus.

The beneficial substances in rose hips participate in the formation of all organs and systems of the unborn child:

• Formation of the placenta.
• Central and peripheral nervous system.
• Digestive system.
• Cardiovascular system.
• Respiratory system.
• Musculoskeletal system.

The use of the herbal remedy during the gestation period supports the coordinated work of the body of the expectant mother. It promotes the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, regulates blood pressure. It helps to cope with frostbite, wounds and burns. The berry is recommended for women with vision problems, iron deficiency anemia, emotional stress and depression.

Rose hips are used to make decoctions, tinctures, infusions, extracts, teas, and are also used for cosmetic purposes. Both freshly picked and dried berries have valuable properties. But before using them, you should consult your doctor.

Rosehip when planning pregnancy

One of the features of rose hips is the increased content of vitamin C. Ascorbic acid maintains the normal state of the immune system, strengthens blood vessels, relieves fatigue and irritability. The natural antioxidant regulates oxidation-reduction functions in the human body, normalizes elevated cholesterol levels.

Without sufficient levels of vitamin C, the body will not function normally. That is why rose hips are not only recommended for use when planning a pregnancy, but are necessary.

The effect of rose hips on the body of the expectant mother:

• Improves iron absorption, prevents the development of anemia.
• Protects the reproductive system from the effects of free radicals.
• Destroys pathogenic microflora and pathogenic microorganisms.
• Participates in the synthesis of carnitine, which is necessary for the normal development of the child’s nervous system.
• Strengthens the immune system and fights colds.
• Interacts with damaged forms of tocopherol, restoring them.
• Strengthens the cardiovascular system, increases blood clotting.
• Participates in the metabolism of folic acid.
• Accelerates tissue regeneration due to the active production of collagen and elastin.
• Accelerates metabolic processes.
• Improves the absorption of carbohydrates.
• Participates in protein synthesis.

In combination with other vitamins, ascorbic acid restores the menstrual cycle and prepares the female body for successful conception. The berry is useful for women who smoke, as vitamin C helps cleanse the body of harmful substances and toxins that are released with cigarette smoke.

Vitamin C is excreted in urine, so its reserves must be replenished daily. At the planning stage, it should be taken not only by women, but also by men. To saturate the body with this component, it is enough to drink tea or infusion based on rose hips daily. But you should be careful, as an overdose is possible, which manifests itself in the following symptoms: diabetes, high excitability, allergic reactions, insomnia.

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Can you drink rose hips during pregnancy?

One of the most useful berries for the immune system and the body as a whole is rose hips. It should be consumed both at the stage of pregnancy planning and during the gestation period.

Useful properties of the plant:

• The rich vitamin composition is an effective prevention of many diseases that are dangerous for both the expectant mother and the child.
• Accelerates recovery from existing diseases, reduces the risk of complications. And also maintains a positive emotional state.
• Promotes harmonious and complete development of the fetus.

Any preparations based on rose hips (syrup, infusion, decoction, tea) act as a powerful support for the immune system. This is especially relevant in the autumn-winter period and in the spring, when the body especially needs nutrients.

Indications rose hips in pregnancy

The rich vitamin composition and wide range of applications make rose hips a universal plant for many diseases. Let's consider the main indications for the use of the red berry:

• Diseases of the digestive system.
• Decreased gastric secretion.
• Anemia.
• Atherosclerosis.
• Gynecological diseases.
• Uterine bleeding.
• Chronic pathologies of the liver and intestines.
• Long-term healing wounds.
• General exhaustion of the body.
• Strengthening the immune system's protective properties.

Also, universal fruits are recommended to increase the overall activity of the body and accelerate metabolic processes.

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Release form

The medicinal properties and rich vitamin composition of rose hips are popular not only in folk recipes. The therapeutic effect of the plant is confirmed by official medicine. Today, the pharmaceutical market offers many drugs based on the fruits and roots of wild roses in various forms of release:

• Dried fruits in a box.
• Syrup in bottles.
• The oil is liquid.
• Rectal suppositories.
• Solution.
• Balm.
• Extract.
• Ointment.
• Tea bags.

Infusions are used as a vitamin supplement for the treatment and prevention of hypo- and avitaminosis, for colds, weakened immune systems, and also as a choleretic agent.

The oil is rich in unsaturated and saturated fatty acids, tocopherols. It is used for cosmetic purposes. Also, suppositories are made from the oil, which help with anal fissures. Rosehip oil enemas are indicated for nonspecific ulcerative colitis.

Thick syrup or holosas is a remedy based on the water extract of the plant's fruits with added sugar. It is used for cholecystitis, hepatitis, and also as a choleretic and tonic. Vitamin tablets Ascorutin are made from the fruits, and the oil extract Tsarotolin is made from the pulp, which is used for eczema, erythroderma, and anal fissures.

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Pharmacodynamics

Rose hips fruits, roots and leaves have general strengthening properties. The plant stimulates non-specific resistance of the body, reduces vascular permeability, and takes part in metabolic processes. It has anti-inflammatory, choleretic and immunostimulating properties.

The composition of wild rose includes the following components: ascorbic acid, rutin, carotene, tocopherol, B vitamins, flavonol glycosides, quercetin. The plant contains about 4.5% tannins, 3.8% organic acids, 3.7% pectins and about 18% sugar. It also contains essential oils and minerals, which have a powerful bactericidal and phytoncidal effect.

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Pharmacokinetics

Rosehip has general strengthening and anti-inflammatory properties. Stimulates non-specific resistance of the body, reduces vascular permeability and has an immunostimulating effect.

The pharmacokinetic properties of the plant are represented by a multivitamin complex, but ascorbic acid is especially active. Vitamin C is absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract, mainly in the small intestine 30-60 minutes after use. The active component easily penetrates all tissues of the body, is deposited in the back of the pituitary gland, lungs, kidneys, ovaries, liver, and adrenal cortex.

Metabolized in the liver, transforming into deoxyascorbic and then into oxaloacetic and diketogulonic acids. The half-life is 4-7 hours. Excreted in the urine - the excess unchanged, the rest in the form of metabolites.

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Dosing and administration

The method of application and dosage depend on the type of rosehip-based medicine. Since decoctions and tinctures are most often made from the plant, let's consider the features of their use:

• To strengthen the immune system and prevent colds, take 1/3 cup 3-4 times a day.
• To normalize appetite and metabolic processes – 100 ml 30 minutes before meals.
• To improve the absorption of iron and other nutrients - 200 ml at night.
• As a choleretic agent - ½ glass before breakfast.
• For swelling – ½ glass 2-3 times a day.

To improve the taste, you can use natural honey or sugar. The daily dosage of the herbal remedy should not exceed 1 liter per day. The duration of the course of treatment is from 3 to 8 weeks. For patients with increased stomach acidity, the drink should be diluted with water to prevent heartburn.

Features of rosehip oil application:

• For affected skin, it is applied to gauze bandages and applied to the body.
• For chronic rhinitis, it is necessary to make cotton-gauze swabs, soak them in oil and insert them into the nasal cavity 2 times a day for 10-15 minutes.
• For non-specific ulcerative colitis, the oil is administered in microclysters, 50 ml daily, the course of treatment is 15-20 enemas.
• For dermatoses, external tissue treatment is combined with internal administration of 5 ml twice a day.
• To prevent stretch marks, apply the oil to steamed skin after a shower, rubbing it in thoroughly.

Rosehip-based decoctions, infusions, and teas do not affect reactions when driving a vehicle or operating other mechanisms.

How to brew rose hips during pregnancy?

The method of brewing wild rose depends on the raw materials used: dry/fresh fruits, roots, leaves.

• Before brewing, the plant is thoroughly washed.
• As a rule, about 2 tablespoons of berries (about 15 pieces) are used per liter of water.
• The water should be hot, but not boiling, as high temperatures contribute to the destruction of ascorbic acid, which is rich in rose hips.
• The drink is infused from 15 minutes to 10-12 hours and carefully filtered. Alcohol tinctures are prepared from 3 weeks and longer.
• When boiling, the water bath method is used.
• If crushed berries are used for brewing, they are washed and seeded.

The above recommendations allow you to brew the plant with maximum preservation of the macro and microelements necessary for the body.

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How much rose hips can you drink during pregnancy?

Wild rose drinks can be consumed daily, but not more than 1 liter per day. After 14 days, it is necessary to take a 7-day break, and then continue the course of treatment. In this case, one should remember the risk of overdose of ascorbic acid.

Decoctions/infusions are recommended to be consumed ½ cup 3 times a day. If the drink has a rich taste, you can dilute it with warm water or add natural honey to improve the taste. If rose hips are used as a tonic, it is best to take it 20 minutes before breakfast.

Rosehip during early and late pregnancy

The multivitamin composition of wild rose and its wide range of effects are excellent for strengthening the body before conception and maintaining good health in the early stages of pregnancy.

The plant contains an increased amount of vitamin C, which has a beneficial effect on the growth and development of the child in the first trimester:

• Ascorbic acid regulates the formation of cartilage and bones of the fetus and supports the functioning of nerve tissue.
• The vitamin is also useful for women, as it prevents iron deficiency anemia and increases the protective properties of the immune system.
• With a deficiency of ascorbic acid, there is a high risk of premature termination of pregnancy.

Rose hips also contain B vitamins, which prevent toxicosis in the early stages of pregnancy, improve appetite, and support normal functioning of the central nervous system and cardiovascular system. The complex of macro and microelements promotes the correct formation of the skeletal system, muscles, and nervous system of the fetus, and has a beneficial effect on the development of the baby's brain and spinal cord.

In the last trimester, expectant mothers especially need vitamins A, C, D and iron. All these substances are present in the composition of wild rose, which can be used in the form of decoctions, infusions or tea. Rose hips effectively prevent iron deficiency anemia, help reduce uterine tone and muscle weakness.

Ascorbic acid, which the berry is also rich in, protects the female body from pathogens, preventing the development of colds and other diseases. The herbal remedy is excellent for combating edema, which very often occurs in the later stages.

Use rose hips in pregnancy during pregnancy

The possibility and safety of using rosehip-based preparations during pregnancy depends on a number of factors. Let's consider which products and drinks from the plant are not only permitted, but also useful for expectant mothers:

1. Fresh fruits contain many useful components. They are used to prepare infusions, decoctions, compotes. You can also make vitamin puree from fresh berries. To do this, you need to thoroughly clean the fruits from seeds and hairs, wash and grind with a blender. You can add a little grated ginger root and honey to the finished gruel. The puree should be poured into ice cube trays and frozen. Ready vitamin cubes are added to tea.
2. Juice - fresh berries are used for its preparation. The fruits should be simmered in a water bath for 10 minutes, cleaned of seeds and villi. The finished plant material is passed through a juicer. The output is a concentrated vitamin drink. For safe use, ¼ cup of juice should be diluted with warm boiled water. For pregnant women, such a drink is a source of vitamins and minerals. It fills with energy, improves the emotional state, fights colds.
3. Infusion - is used not so much to supply the body with vitamins, but for medicinal purposes. During the gestation period, it is prescribed for anemia, to improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and for exhaustion of the body. To prepare the infusion, take a tablespoon of dried/fresh fruits and pour 250 ml of boiling water over them. Heat the product in a water bath for 15-20 minutes, then leave for 1 hour. After this, strain the drink and bring it to a volume of 200 ml with warm boiled water. Take ½ cup of the infusion during the day.
4. A decoction is another medicine permitted during pregnancy. It normalizes metabolic processes, is used as a diuretic and choleretic agent, and effectively eliminates edema. Prevents iron deficiency anemia and normalizes blood pressure. The decoction is prepared from 100 g of dried rose hips and a liter of boiling water. The berries are poured with water and boiled over low heat for 10-20 minutes. The drink is infused in a closed container for 6-10 hours. Then filtered and taken 1/3 cup 2-3 times a day.
5. Tea is the easiest to prepare, but useful drink for expectant mothers. It is used to maintain vigor and strengthen the body. Both dried and fresh fruits are suitable for tea. They are brewed with hot water and infused until cool. Drink a glass of the drink during the day. For taste, you can add honey or a little sugar.
6. Syrup - unlike the above-mentioned drugs, contains an increased amount of sugar. It is not recommended for people with diabetes and excess body weight. It is used to prevent colds and maintain immunity.
7. Oil - it is used both internally and externally. During pregnancy, it is suitable for the prevention of stretch marks, as it gives the skin elasticity. It accelerates the healing of damaged tissues and mucous membranes. It helps with constipation, hemorrhoids, anal fissures.
8. Tincture - it can be prepared on a water or alcohol basis. During pregnancy, it is better to use the first version of the remedy. It is used to increase blood pressure, but only with a doctor's permission.

The above mentioned remedies should be used only if there are indications and permission from a doctor. At the same time, the risk of developing side effects should be taken into account if the dosage is not followed or the plant is used for a long time.

Contraindications

During pregnancy, rose hips are the most effective and at the same time safe immunostimulant. But when using it, you should be careful, as the plant has contraindications:

• Individual intolerance to the components included in the composition.
• Blood clotting disorders: thrombosis, thrombophlebitis.
• Gastrointestinal diseases: ulcers, gastritis.
• Increased acidity.
• Tendency to constipation.
• Cardiovascular diseases.
• Dermatological problems.
• High blood pressure.

Before using wild rose preparations, you should consult your doctor.

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Side effects rose hips in pregnancy

The most common side effects of rosehip preparations include:

• Allergic rashes.
• Exacerbation of gastrointestinal diseases.
• Blood clotting disorder.
• Pressure surges.
• Painful symptoms from the cardiovascular system.

The plant has a negative effect on the condition of tooth enamel, so after each use you should rinse your mouth with water.

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Overdose

Long-term use of rosehip-containing products has a negative effect on the functioning of the body. The plant contains an increased amount of vitamin C, an overdose of which can provoke non-infectious jaundice and a number of other painful symptoms:

• Increased sweating.
• Hot flashes.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Increased weakness.
• Spasms in the gastrointestinal tract.
• Sleep disorders.
• Skin allergic reactions.

Overdose is dangerous due to increased blood pressure and decreased concentration of vitamin B12. There is also a risk of developing diabetes, which is especially dangerous during pregnancy. In rare cases, excess ascorbic acid leads to the formation of kidney stones.

Overdose during pregnancy threatens metabolic disorders and congenital allergic reactions in the child to vitamin C. In case of acute symptoms, copious drinking is recommended to normalize the painful condition. Gastric lavage is possible.

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Interactions with other drugs

Since rose hips have a multi-component composition, caution should be exercised when using them with other herbal remedies or medications.

• Increased doses of vitamin C in combination with aspirin can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Increased dosage of aspirin leads to increased excretion of ascorbic acid and its deficiency in the body.
• Rosehip-based preparations promote the absorption of aluminum in the intestines. Excess of this substance causes intoxication.
• When interacting with salicylates or short-acting sulfonamides, the risk of crystalluria increases. The excretion of acids by the kidneys slows down, the excretion of drugs with an alkaline reaction increases, and the concentration of oral contraceptives in the blood decreases.
• The herbal remedy increases the concentration of benzylpenicillin and tetracyclines in the blood.
• Reduces the effectiveness of indirect anticoagulants and heparin. Reduces the chronotropic effect of isoprenaline.
• Reduces the medicinal effect of neuroleptics - phenothiazine derivatives, tricyclic antidepressants.

Rosehip-based medications should be taken in combination with other medications only as prescribed by a doctor, taking into account all possible risks.

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Storage conditions

Wild rose berries are harvested from the end of August until the first frosts. The fruits are picked with leaves and washed thoroughly. Then fresh rose hips are used to make medicines or prepared for further storage.

You can dry the berries in the sun or in an oven at 60 °C for 3-4 hours. The prepared raw materials are stored in a bag made of natural fabric, a wooden box or a cardboard box for the first few days. As soon as the humidity levels out, the fruits are transferred to glass or tin jars for long-term storage. The container in which the fruits are located should be tied with gauze so that air circulates and the berries do not mold.

Another storage method is freezing. Wash the rose hips, trim the ends, cut them in half and remove the seeds. Then grind the berries in a blender or cut them into small pieces. The chopped fruits should be stored in the freezer, but not more than a year. Ready-made preparations based on the plant are stored for 12 hours. As for alcohol tinctures, they should be kept in a dark, cool place for no more than 12 months.

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Shelf life

Dried and properly prepared rose hips can be stored for 24 months. The recommended storage temperature should not exceed 17 °C. Ready-made decoctions, infusions and other medicines based on wild rose should be used within 24 hours. Longer storage leads to the loss of beneficial properties of the herbal remedy.

Reviews

According to numerous reviews, rose hips are an effective tonic and restorative during pregnancy. Medicines based on berries are an excellent prevention of colds. The plant fights swelling and increases the protective properties of the immune system, maintaining good health during pregnancy.