Natures Aid Raspberry Leaf Tablets

The raspberry (Rubus idaeus) bush is a familiar sight with its abundance of delicious berries. However, it is not just the berries of this plant that are of use. The pale-green leaves of this bush have long been valued for their medicinal power by Native Americans, Europeans and both Ayurvedic and Chinese medical practitioners.

The Benefits of Raspberry Leaves
Childbirth – raspberry leaf tablets are used during pregnancy because of the effect that it exerts on the hormones and uterus. It helps relax the uterus when it contracts during labour, assisting with a faster delivery of the baby, and to calm the pains experienced after the birth. However, it does not actually start labour or promote contractions.
Menstrual Cramps – can be used for the relief of painful menstrual cramps due to the positive effect raspberry
leaf exerts on the uterine wall .
Fertility – raspberry leaf tablets are a hormone balancer and helps to regulate and cleanse the blood of excess
hormones and has been used as a reproductive tonic for both men and women.
Diarrhoea – the naturally high tannin content of raspberry leaf provides an effective treatment for diarrhoea
or intestinal inflammation.

Properties
Fragrine – alkaloid known to help tone the muscles of the pelvic region, including the uterine muscle layer. Tannins – act as an astringent, soothing inflammation and constricting the tissues of the intestines to prevent water loss. Vitamins and Minerals – Vitamin C and vitamin E are present in large amounts as well as vitamin A and some
of the B complex. It is also a rich source of iron and manganese.