Red Raspberry Leaves Herb and benefits of

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My most favorite herb, Red Raspberry leaves. I have used this herb

more than any other herb, with amazing results.

Michele

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The Benefits of Red Raspberry Leaves

By Shockney, published Nov 15, 2006

Red Raspberry leaves are very beneficial to the health of many

people. Red Raspberry leaves can be used to treat a wide variety of

problems. Here I will discuss the ways Red raspberry leaves can be

used, any known side effects and how to determine the correct dosage.

Red raspberry leaves have been used for many years dating back to the

ancient Greeks and Romans. Some of the illness they used red

raspberry leaves to treat included the flu, gum disease, rubella,

upset stomach, hangovers, diarrhea, fevers, vomiting, menstrual

problems, and inflammation. Red raspberry leaves have also been used

for a mouth rinse to treat sore throats and irritations of the mouth.

The most popular use of red raspberry leaves would be for

pregnancy .It has been known to help with nausea associated with

pregnancy and to ease the pains of delivery. For woman that are not

pregnant and have menstrual issues red raspberry leaves are known to

regulate the menstrual cycle and relive the symptoms of PMS. Red

raspberry leaves can also be used on the skin as an astringent. It's

good for people suffering from acne and can improve skin firmness.

Red raspberry leaves have also been found to lower blood sugars in

people with diabetes. Beware though if taken in large does the red

raspberry leaves could cause the blood sugar to drop to low.

There have been few side effects reported when taking red raspberry

leaves. The red raspberry leaves could change the way the body

absorbs medications so if you take any other medicines take the red

raspberry at least two hours before hand. Red raspberry leaves can be

found in pill and capsule form though most prefer to drink it in a

tea. Several stores carry the red raspberry leaf tea. It can be drank

warm or cold depending on your likes. Drinking red raspberry leaf tea

can be very beneficial if you are trying to become pregnant. It is

said to tone the uterus and provide many vitamins and minerals to the

body. They recommend drinking one cup of the red raspberry leaf tea

daily during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy and then

increase to two or three cups a day during the last three months.

Some say not to use in the first trimester if you have a history of

miscarriage it is always best to consult your Doctor before starting

any type of herbs.

When using the red raspberry leaf to treat diarrhea you will need to

drink six cups a day. If the diarrhea continues you should call the

doctor.

If you want to treat a cold or flu try drinking only red raspberry

leaf tea until the symptoms are gone. Then start back on raw fruits

and vegetables. It is important to not eat anything else while

fasting on the red raspberry leaf tea or the symptoms of the cold or

flu will return.

To regulate a menstrual cycle drink two to three cups of the red

raspberry leaf tea a day. After two or three months the menstrual

cycle should be right on schedule. As you can see the red raspberry

leaves offer many healing abilities and everyone could benefit from

drinking a cup or two of tea a day. If you find that you don't like

drinking the tea you can by the red raspberry leaf in capsule form.

They can be found at any herbal store and even most pharmacies carry

them these days. Read on the bottle for the correct dosage.

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RED RASPBERRY LEAVES (Rubus spp.)

Brewed as a tea or as an infusion, raspberry is the best known, most

widely used, and safest of all uterine and pregnancy tonic herbs. It

contains fragrine, an alkaloid which gives tone to the muscles of the

pelvic region, including the uterus itself.

Most of the benefits ascribed to regular use of Raspberry tea through

pregnancy are traced to the nourishing source of vitamins and

minerals found in this plant and to the strengthening power of

fragrine - an alkaloid which gives tone to the muscles of the pelvic

region, including the uterus itself. Of special note are the rich

concentration of vitamin C, the presence of vitamin E and the easily

assimilated calcium and iron. Raspberry leaves also contain vitamins

A and B complex and many minerals, including phosphorous and

potassium.

The benefits of drinking a raspberry leaf brew before and throughout

pregnancy include:

~ Increasing fertility in both men and women. Raspberry leaf is an

excellent fertility herb when combined with Red Clover.

~ Preventing miscarriage and hemorrhage. Raspberry leaf tones the

uterus and helps prevent miscarriage and postpartum hemorrhage from a

relaxed or atonic uterus.

~ Easing of morning sickness. Many attest to raspberry leaves' gentle

relief of nausea and stomach distress throughout pregnancy.

~ Reducing pain during labor and after birth. By toning the muscles

used during labor and delivery, Raspberry leaf eliminates many of the

reasons for a painful delivery and prolonged recovery. It does not,

however, counter the pain of pelvic dilation.

~ Assisting in the production of plentiful breast milk. The high

mineral content of Raspberry leaf assist in milk production, but its

astringency may counter that for some women.

~ Providing a safe and speedy pariuntion. Raspberry leaf works to

encourage the uterus to let go and function without tension. It does

not strengthen contractions, but does allow the contracting uterus to

work more effectively and so may make the birth easier and faster.

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Red Raspberry: Botanical name: Rubus idaeus. Raspberry bushes are

native to North America and are cultivated in Canada. Although most

well known for its delicious berries, raspberry's leaves are used in

medicine to treat the common cold/sore throat, diarrhea, and for

pregnancy and postpartum support.

Raspberry leaves have been used by herbalists to treat diarrhea. In

traditional herbalism and midwifery, red raspberry has been connected

to female health, including pregnancy. It was considered a remedy for

excessive menstrual flow (menorrhagia) and as a " partus prepartor, "

or an agent used during pregnancy to help prevent complications.

Active constituents: Raspberry leaves are high in tannins and like

its relative, blackberry, may relieve acute diarrhea. The

constituents that affect the smooth muscles, such as in the uterus,

have not yet been clearly identified. The German Commission E

monograph has concluded there is insufficient proof to recommend red

raspberry in modern herbal medicine.

Traditionally, raspberry leaf tea is prepared by pouring 1 cup (250

ml) boiling water over 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 grams) of the herb and

steeping for ten to fifteen minutes. Up to 6 cups (1500 ml) per day

may be necessary for acute problems such as diarrhea or sore throats

due to a cold, while less (two to three cups [500–750 ml]) is used

for preventive use during pregnancy. By itself, raspberry is usually

not a sufficient treatment for diarrhea. Tincture, 3/4–1 teaspoon (4–

8 ml) three times per day, may also be taken.

Raspberry leaf may cause mild loosening of stools and nausea.

Otherwise, use of the herb appears to be safe. Certain medications

may interact with red raspberry. Refer to the drug interactions

safety check for a list of those medications