Is Turmeric & curcumin safe during pregnancy?
Turmeric used in cooking is fine. Avoid turmeric or curcumin supplements in pregnancy unless your clinician approves.
What the sources say
NCCIH says turmeric supplements during pregnancy may be unsafe and that little is known about amounts above typical food use while breastfeeding; high-absorption curcumin products have been linked to liver injury. LactMed notes turmeric is GRAS as a food, no infant harms were seen in a small study, but curcumin suppressed milk production in lab cells and it may raise bleeding risk with blood thinners. MotherToBaby notes herbs in normal cooking amounts aren't expected to be a concern.
Also listed as
turmeric, curcumin, haldi, curcuma longa, golden milk, turmeric latte, turmeric supplement, curcumin supplement, turmeric capsules, turmeric shot
Sources
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.