Red Raspberry Leaf (rubus idaeus)

Alternative Names: Garden raspberry leaf Description: Red raspberry leaf has an abundance of nutritive support including potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, iron, and vitamins B, C, and E. It contains bioflavonoids that tone the circulatory system, tannins that remove harmful invaders from the body, antioxidants, and fragerine alkaloids that work with other constituents to tone and relax pelvic and uterine muscles. Raspberry leaf is a uterine tonic and trophorestorative meaning that it increases tone and functionality of the uterine system. It can support the regulation of the menstrual cycle, and decrease cramping, excess bleeding, and/or excess clotting. Traditionally, in pregnancy, the herb has been used to reduce morning sickness, reduce false labor pains, normalize uterine contractions, ease the birthing process, decrease bleeding after birth, return the uterus to its normal tone, and increase the quality of breast milk while nursing. Precautions: Always consult a qualified