Ginger Tea In Pregnancy — Benefits, Safe Dosage and Side Effects

Ginger tea in pregnancy can ease nausea and boost digestion. Find out how much is safe, best recipes and side effects to watch out for.

By Mahak Arora | Updated: 22/06/2026

Ginger tea in pregnancy may help relieve mild to moderate pregnancy-related nausea when consumed in moderation and with your healthcare provider’s approval. Nausea and vomiting affect up to 70% of pregnant women, particularly during the first trimester, making them among the most common pregnancy symptoms (1).

Many expecting mothers choose ginger tea for pregnancy nausea as a natural home remedy, but it’s important to understand both its benefits and potential risks before making it a regular part of your routine. While research suggests ginger can help reduce nausea in many women, the right amount and timing matter during pregnancy.

In this article, you’ll learn about the evidence-backed benefits of ginger tea for pregnant woman, possible side effects, who should avoid it, how much is considered safe, and an easy homemade ginger tea recipe you can prepare at home.

Is It Safe to Drink Ginger Tea During Pregnancy?

Is ginger tea good for pregnancy? Drinking ginger tea when pregnant can be beneficial, especially during the first trimester, as it acts as a natural remedy for morning sickness. But pregnant women should not consume more than 1 g of ginger per day during pregnancy (2). In general, it is recommended that a woman should not exceed 1.2 g of ginger intake per day. In extremely rare cases, some pregnant women may become allergic to ginger tea during pregnancy first trimester and it may result in side effects.

Benefits of Ginger Tea for Pregnant Women

There are numerous benefits of ginger. Ginger tea and pregnancy makes for a great combo. Here are a few benefits of ginger tea when pregnant.

1. Helps With Morning Sickness

Ginger is considered a natural fortifier of the digestive tract and the respiratory tract. Additionally, it has soothing effects on the throat and can help prevent vomiting. In essence, there are a lot of doctors who recommend ginger tea for pregnancy nausea (3). Drinking the tea at night and right after waking up can help keep morning sickness under control.

2. Helps With Digestion

Like for morning sickness, most doctors recommend ginger during pregnancy due to the positive impact that it has on digestion. Your immune system will make digestion much harder, consuming a glass of ginger tea can help you improve and fortify your body’s digestive functions (4).

3. Improves Immunity

Ginger is packed with properties that are known to boost immunity. It is considered a great ingredient to add to food or tea when you are pregnant as it constantly combats numerous diseases and prevents illnesses (5).

4. Soothes the Throat

It is common knowledge that ginger is used to get relief from throat infections, this is due to the soothing properties that ginger possesses. If you have a sore throat during pregnancy, you may drink ginger tea.

5. Helps With Anxiety

Ginger has properties that relax the brain and is known to help manage anxiety. In limited doses, ginger tea can help you unwind (6).

6. Manages Blood Sugar

Ginger is a root vegetable rich in minerals that can help manage your blood sugar when taken in moderation (7).

7. Keeps Cholesterol in Check

The essential minerals present in ginger can help control your body’s cholesterol levels; it is recommended that you consume ginger in limited amounts along with a heart-healthy diet to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels (8).

8. Helps Muscles Recuperate

The soothing nature of ginger also helps your body recover from muscle fatigue (9). Drinking a cup of ginger tea during pregnancy can help your joints and bones, and help your body relax and recover from extreme fatigue.

Are There Any Side Effects of Consuming Ginger Tea?

Ginger tea is good for health but if consumed in excess, especially during pregnancy, it can cause blood loss. Ginger has blood-thinning properties, so if consumed in excess, it may impact the clotting of blood and cause excessive blood loss (3) (5).

How Much Ginger Tea Should You Drink While Pregnant?

Ginger tea must be consumed in moderation because if taken in excessive amounts, it can harm you more than it can help you. Most medical experts recommend that a pregnant woman should consume no more than a gram of ginger per day in any form (8). This means to limit the addition of ginger in your tea to a gram per day and add other healthy ingredients to the tea to maximise the nutritional value of ginger tea.

How to Make Ginger Tea?

Here are the steps to make ginger tea while pregnant.

Ingredients:

Fresh ginger root (1-2 inches)
Water (2 cups)
Honey or lemon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Start by peeling and slicing 1-2 inches of fresh ginger root. You can adjust the amount based on your taste preferences.

2. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a pot.

3. Add the sliced ginger to the boiling water.

4. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the ginger steep in the water for about 10-15 minutes. The longer you steep, the stronger the ginger flavour will be.

5. After steeping, you can add honey or a squeeze of lemon juice to taste if you prefer a sweeter or tangier flavour.

6. Strain the ginger tea into cups using a fine mesh strainer or a tea infuser.

7. Your homemade ginger tea is ready to be enjoyed. Serve it hot.

Best Ginger Tea Recipes for Pregnant Women

Here are some of the best recipes of ginger root tea for pregnancy. You can consume these teas while pregnant but make sure you have tea only twice a day, even when adding ginger to it. Do not have your regular tea twice a day and have these teas too. Keep the number limited to 2 cups a day. Better yet, check with your nutritionist or gynaecologist about the consumption of regular tea and ginger tea during pregnancy.

1. Lemon Ginger Tea

Brew regular black tea on a low flame, grate a teaspoon of ginger and add it, squeeze half a lemon and add a teaspoon of honey. Stir and garnish with mint leaves.

2. Ginger Clove Tea

Add a teaspoon of grated ginger and 3-4 cloves to a saucepan with boiling water. Boil on a low flame for 5 minutes, then some tea leaves and continue to boil for an additional 3 minutes, Turn off the flame, strain the tea in a cup, stir in a teaspoon of honey and enjoy your hot ginger clove tea.

3. Ginger Green Tea

Heat a glass of water in a saucepan. Add a teaspoon of grated ginger to it and boil on low flame for 8 minutes. Pour the ginger-infused water in a glass, add 1 dip bag of green tea, let it steep for 3 minutes, remove the dip bag and drink warm ginger green tea.

4. Chamomile Ginger Tea

Add a teaspoon of ginger in a saucepan with a cup of water, bring it to a boil on a low flame, pour into a glass. Stir in a teaspoon of honey then dip a chamomile tea bag into it. Let it steep for about 2 minutes, remove the bag, and enjoy the warm chamomile ginger tea.

5. Tulsi Ginger Tea

Steep your regular tea, add a teaspoon of grated ginger to it and a few tulsi leaves and bring to a boil. Strain in a serving cup, stir in the honey. Squeeze some lemon juice and stir. Enjoy the tea.

FAQs

1. Does ginger tea help to induce labour?

No scientific evidence is there to support that ginger tea induces labour.

2. Can I drink ginger turmeric tea in pregnancy?

Yes, you can consume turmeric and ginger tea during pregnancy in moderation.

3. Who should avoid ginger tea during pregnancy?

Pregnant women with a history of miscarriage, vaginal bleeding, clotting disorders, gallstones, or those taking blood-thinning medications should consult their healthcare provider before consuming ginger tea. It may not be suitable for everyone (5).

While ginger tea is safe for consumption during pregnancy, but if you feel uneasy or sick after consuming ginger tea, talk to your doctor. Do not include excessive amounts of ginger in your diet as it can be harmful. Speak to your nutritionist for more information and have a healthy pregnancy!

Also Read:

Herbal Teas in Pregnancy
Consuming Tea during Pregnancy
Drinking Iced Tea when Pregnant

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