The consumption of epazote is strictly prohibited for pregnant women. Eating epazote during pregnancy might lead to bleeding and contractions in the uterus and may result in a miscarriage.
Is it safe to have Epazote during pregnancy?
Not safe
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Why shouldn’t pregnant women eat epazote?
Epazote - also known as
Wormseed, Jesuit’s tea, Mexican-tea, Paico
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Good source of
Calcium, Copper, Fiber, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, Vitamin C,
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Are these safe during pregnancy?
Ask a OB-GYN
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