Pregnancy food guidance
Tea
Limit—Count caffeine
Tea can fit during pregnancy, but caffeinated tea counts toward the 200 milligram daily caffeine limit.
What changes the answer for Tea
- Check caffeine per serving.
- Count every caffeinated drink and food together.
- Herbal ingredients need separate evaluation.
Why it matters for Tea
Caffeine crosses the placenta, and major U.S. guidance recommends limiting total intake.
Practical takeaway
Check the label and track total daily caffeine.
Sources and review details
- Review status
- Source reviewed
- Last reviewed
- Guidance region
- United States