whether ginger is safe during pregnancy
November 2009
You'll hear more about whether ginger is safe during pregnancy.
Even though many women use ginger for nausea and morning sickness, Finnish authorities now warn against it. They're telling pregnant women not to use ginger supplements, drinks, or teas.
Ginger contains chemicals that are cytotoxic in vitro. The concern is that it MIGHT be harmful if consumed in large enough quantities during pregnancy...but there's no proof.
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