Cocoa with breastfeeding

Forbids for newly mummies abound. Not the last place in this list is occupied by drinks, in particular, strong tea and coffee. But as to whether a woman can drink cocoa while breastfeeding, arguments and discussions do not subside. Let's consider the arguments and arguments "for" and "against".

The obvious benefit of cocoa

A spicy Brazilian drink is considered an excellent alternative to all your favorite coffee. Therefore, many mothers decide to replace the last cocoa during breastfeeding. It would seem that the drink is more than useful, he:

• contains a large number of antioxidants;
• lowers blood pressure;
• is a natural antidepressant;
• reduces the level of "harmful" cholesterol.

However, the above advantages do not give an exhaustive answer to the question of whether it is possible to drink cocoa during breastfeeding. Since during lactation, the safety and health of the baby should remain the priority.

Arguments against"

Drinking mom cup of cocoa - this is a potential threat to the baby. To such conclusion doctors came. Because the drink itself is highly allergenic and can trigger the appearance of allergic rashes in the baby. In addition, cocoa contains a small amount of caffeine. As you know, this substance excites the central nervous system. But if the minimum amount of caffeine produced by the mother's nervous system does not have an effect, then for the baby, such an effect will not be beneficial. It is especially undesirable to drink cocoa during breastfeeding in the first month after childbirth, as well as mothers, whose kids are easily excitable and capricious.

But this is not the last argument not in favor of this delicious drink. So, when answering the question whether it is possible to drink cocoa while breastfeeding, doctors do not advise to hurry. It is proved that the seeds of the plant contain a substance called theobromine, which is an alkaloid. Theobromine does not have the most beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and nervous system of a person, and also promotes the excretion of calcium. Of course, clearly expressed impact is achieved only with the abuse of the drink.

From the foregoing it is obvious that it is absolutely impossible to include cocoa in the diet of a woman during breastfeeding in the first month of a baby's life. But, as the crumbs grow, you can experiment by observing his reaction and, of course, not abusing delicacy and starting with a small amount.