The same study also reported numerous positive results including the following amongst others: 1  Improved sleep. 2  Decreased pain and inflammation. 3  Reduced feelings of stress. 4  Improvements in gastrointestinal symptoms.
Rooibos tea is highly recommended in pregnancy. It is caffeine free, contains calcium, magnesium and loads of antioxidants. It also has positive effects on digestion and can ease colic and reflux. Children can also drink Rooibos, and it is lovely with milk and a little honey.
If you must drink coffee, drink decaf. slide 3 of 7. Soda Pregnant women often wonder if it is safe to drink soda or diet soda during pregnancy. The biggest problem with soda is that it's high in sugar. Some sodas, especially diet sodas, may contain the artificial sweetener, saccharin. It is also found in Sweet N Low, an artificial sweetener used as a sugar substitute.