7 Health Benefits of Red Raspberry Leaf

Rose S. | November 29, 2021 | Alternative Health, Natural Remedies

Support reproductive health & more with red raspberry leaf…

Red raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus, Rubus strigosus) has been used by women for thousands of years for its beneficial health properties. It is widely known as an aid for female reproductive health, and is commonly used to help with symptoms of PMS and heavy periods, improve uterine health, and aid in pregnancy-related discomfort as well as childbirth and postpartum recovery. It is generally regarded as quite safe, although some debate exists over whether the use of red raspberry leaf late in pregnancy may cause uterine contractions.

This herb isn’t just for women, however; it may also be used by anyone to help to reduce blood sugar and high blood pressure, and it is an anti-inflammatory that can be used as a gentle mouthwash to promote oral health. It is high in vitamins and minerals such as iron, niacin, and magnesium, and may help to support immune health.

There are a number of ways to prepare the herb for medicinal use, including as a herbal infusion or tea, as a tincture, as an herbal vinegar, and in dried form as a supplement.

According to this article,

…Historical data can be found that almost every part of this plant has been used for either food or medicine. Raspberry was used by many Native American tribes for toothaches (Cherokee), as an eyewash (Chippewa), and for kidney issues (Iroquois). Other historical uses for raspberry include as a mouthwash for canker sores and gingivitis and, in Tibetan medicine, as a tea for emotional disturbances and exhaustion. Even the fruit, infused in vinegar, has been used medicinally for sore throats and coughs. By the European Middle Ages, raspberry became well known as a women’s tonic and was regularly used during the childbearing years.¹⁾ The common thread connecting raspberry to these conditions, through history, has been its tonifying actions in the body.

Here are 7 potent health benefits of red raspberry leaf:

Uterine Tonic: Raspberry leaf tones the uterus and muscles of the pelvic region, thus assisting in postpartum recovery. Its astringent nature also helps to minimize bleeding during menstruation. This effect is thought to be due to the active principle fragrine.⁴⁾

Highly Nutritive: Build up and nourish your body with this rich source of nutrients.⁵⁾

Eases Morning Sickness: This may be due to the astringent properties of the Rubus genus.⁶⁾

Eases Childbirth: Can reduce pain during labor and afterbirth by increasing blood flow to the uterus, thus increasing uterine efficiency.⁷⁾

Galactagogue: Assists in the production of breast milk.⁸⁾

Lower Blood Sugar Levels: Raspberry leaves can assist in blood sugar management for diabetics.⁹⁾

Soothing Mouthwash: Often used for a variety of oral inflammations.¹⁰