Red raspberry leaf
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The red raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus), also known as garden raspberry leaf, is produced by the deciduous raspberry plant and used in folk remedies.[1]
Belonging to the family of Rosaceae, raspberry is a sub-shrub that grows wild usually in the western regions of Western Europe.
Composition of Raspberry Leaves
Raspberry leaves are rich in iron, vitamins C and E, B, A, calcium, potassium, magnesium minerals and folic acid. They also contain flavonoids and tannins. Raspberry leaf is also known for its content in chromium, zinc, and manganese.
A herbal tea with a raspberry leaf provides many benefits. Indeed, thanks to the virtues it offers, this plant represents an effective remedy for many female troubles, since it can:
- tone the uterus;
- recover a hormonal balance;
- regulate the menstrual cycle;
- stimulate fertility;
- promote labour during childbirth;
- relieve the symptoms of menopause.
Use in pregnancy
Traditional lore suggests that pregnant women use raspberry leaf tea, especially as an aid in delivery.[2] However, scientific research has found little to no evidence to support this claim.[3] Most of the evidence available is anecdotal, and a 2009 review article stressed concern at the lack of evidence for safety and efficacy and called recommendations of its use "questionable".[3]
References
- ^ Boon, Smith, Heather, Michael (2004). The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs. 120 Eglinton Ave. E., Suite 800, Toronto, Canada M4p 1E2: Robert Rose. p. 233. ISBN 9780778800811.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location (link) CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ McFarlin, Barbara L.; Patsy Harman; Jann O'Rear; Mary H. Gibson (May–June 1999). "A National Survey of Herbal Preparation Use by Nurse-midwives for Labor Stimulation: Review of the Literature and Recommendations for Practice". Journal of Nurse-Midwifery. 44 (3): 205–216. doi:10.1016/S0091-2182(99)00037-3. PMID 10380441.
- ^ a b Lone Holst; Svein Haavik; Hedvig Nordeng (13 June 2009). "Raspberry leaf – Should it be recommended to pregnant women?". Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. 15 (4): 204–8. doi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2009.05.003. PMID 19880082.
External links
Here’s Why You Should Drink Red Raspberry Leaf’s Tea During Your Pregnancy , Remediesline