Monday, October 12, 2009

Raspberry Leaf

RASPBERRY LEAF is generally considered a "women's herb", but its uses extend far beyond the common use by pregnant women to tone the uterus, nourish the mother and infant and facilitate birth and placenta delivery.

When taken over a long period of time it helps improve visual accuity and benefits joints and tendons.

It is also useful in relieving eye lid infections and discharge by either using it as an eye wash or a compress. When used as a compress for relieving a stye it helps facilitate drainage and eases the pain.

Raspberry leaf has been used as a mild remedy for diabetes, anemia and diarrhea.

The fruit is tasty and nutritious as are the flowers and leaves.


2 comments:

  1. Though pregnanant women should take it easy, as it can be very drying and cause constipation if taken with not enough water! I know this from personal experience...

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  2. Thanks for sharing your personal experience Taylor. I've heard pros and cons but didn't know anything about herbal help during my own pregnancies.

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