| Scientific: | Rubus idaeus |
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| Other: | Raspberry |
| Family: | Rosaceae |
Tea made from the leaves exhibit both a stimulating and relaxing effect on smooth muscles.
Reproductive
• parturition 'partus preparator'
- pre-term and post-term labour (prevention)
- prolonged delivery (prevention)
- birth complications (prevention)
Gastrointestinal
• children's diarrhea
• inflamed bleeding mucous membranes - apthous ulcers (gargle or mouth wash)- gingivitis & bleeding gums (mouth wash)- sore throat (gargle )
• Parturifacient
• Uterine Tonic
• Astringent
• Antispasmodic
• Flavonoids
• Tannins
• Volatile Oils
• Tincture (1:5 in 40% EtOH): 2-4 ml tid
• Infusion (dry herb): 2 tsp drunk regularly
Generally considered safe when used as indicated. Safe for pregnancy.
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Weiss RF. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd, 1988.
Williamson EM, ed. Major Herbs of Ayurveda. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 2002
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