While arrowhead has been considered safe for consumption during pregnancy, some believe the herb to contain compounds that cause uterine contractions, thereby leading to premature labor. This is why we feel it is best to avoid it.
Is it safe to have Arrowhead during pregnancy?
Don’t various articles cite arrowhead as safe during pregnancy?
Vegetables
Arrowhead - also known as
Wapato, Wapatoo, Sagittaria, Duck potato, Katniss, Swan potato, Tule potato,
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May contain harmful elements like...
Calcium Oxalate
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