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Red Raspberry

Botanical Name
Rubus Idaeus

Introductiuon
Red Raspberry is a medicinal herb considered helpful in the treatment of frequent or excessive menstruation as well as other menstrual disorders. . It is sometimes used to calm morning sickness, prevent miscarriage, and to ease labor and delivery. Other uses are as a treatment for diarrhea, nausea, sore throats, colds, flu, and influenza. It may help normalize blood sugar levels. It is a good source for vitamin C, maganese, iron and niacin. . Externally, it can be used as a mouth wash for canker sores and bleeding gums It can be taken as a capsule, pill, tea, infusion, or tincture

Historical or traditional use
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

actions that have been associated with the Raspberry?
Generally, Red Raspberry is thought to act as an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antiseptic, antidiarrheal, diaphoretic, diuretic, and choleretic. It has shown oxytocic properties s.c. that it can relax and tone the uterine muscles. It has demonstrated antigonadotropic activity. It may normalize blood sugar levels. Red Raspberry contains one of the highest number of volatile compounds of the more commonly eaten fruits. Its most representative substances have been recorded as benzaldehyde, ethyl acetate, limonene, and 2-phenylethanol. Its leaves are considered high in tannins, vitamins C, niacin, and manganese. The manganese content of Red raspberry may be one of the main components that effect glucose regulation and some if it's oxytocic qualities.

How should I take this herb?
Teas are usually the most popular forms for taking this herb. . It may offer the best bioavailability and is easy on sensitive stomachs, if it is taken as a tea, fluid-extract, or infusion. If Red Raspberry is taken as a capsule or tablet it should be taken with a large drink of water. You can take Red Raspberry with or without food.

What should the dosage be?
Dosages are usually based on the severity of the symptoms and the type of problem. Generally: Tea- 1-2 teaspoons herb (Red Raspberry leaves) in one cup boiling water, steep 15 minutes, take 2-6 cups/daily * Note:During pregnancy dosages should not exceed 2-3 cups daily.

Side Effects
Certain medicines may interact with red raspberry. Refer to drug interactions for a list of those medicines.

 

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Red Raspberry
Red Raspberry
100 caps
$5.34
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Red Raspberry
400 MG, 100 Caps
$5.65
Red Raspberry Combo
Red Raspberry Combo
100 caps
$5.22
 
Red Raspberry Leaf Alcohol Free Extract
Red Raspberry Leaf Alcohol Free Extract
1 fl oz
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24 bags
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Red Raspberry Leaves Extract
Red Raspberry Leaves Extract
1 fl oz
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Red Raspberry Leaves Extract
Red Raspberry Leaves Extract
2 fl oz
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