Red Raspberry Leaf
Red Raspberry Leaf
Spiritual Uses: Love, protection, healing, relationships, passion
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- Fertility
- Healing
- Herbs
- Love
- Passion and Interest
- Peace
- Protection
- Red Raspberry Leaf
- Self Love and Compassion
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Herbal Actions
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Astringent
- Hemostatic
- Galactagogue
- Relaxant
- Nervine
- Stimulant
- Uterine Tonic
- Uterine Trophorestorative
Traditional Medicinal Uses
- Menstruation support
- Antioxidant
- Lower blood sugar
- Lymphatic Issues
- Diarrhea Relief
- Sore Throat
- Estrogen-like Effect
- Burn Relief
Cautions and Drug Interactions
Cautions and Contraindications
Not for use during early pregnancy, best to wait until 3rd trimester after speaking with your doctor
May change your blood pressure, be cautious if you have issues with blood pressure
Those avoiding tannins should avoid Red Raspberry Leaf
Has an estrogen-like effect
Drug Interactions
- Use with caution if on blood pressure or diabetes medication
- If on estrogen or needing to avoid estrogen, consult a doctor
History and Fun Facts
Red Raspberries were said to be precious to the gods of Olympus
The latin name refers to the “bramble of Ida,” which is named after some folklore that Zues’s nurse maid, a nymph named Ida, pricked her finger on the brambles and stained the once white berries red with her blood.
There are more than 200 species of raspberry bushes
Harvesting
Best if harvested in early spring before the bush flowers
Typical Dosages
1-3 cups of tea a day, brewed with 2 tablespoons of herb to each cup
Spiritual Uses
- Fertility
- Love
- Abundance
- Finding Prosperity
- Lust
- Peace
- Nurturing Efforts
Planet
Venus
Element
Water