Raspberry Leaf

Size:
Small - 10g
Large - 40g

Rubs ideaus

Taste: Sour like the berry, slightly sweet, earthy, astringent

Origin: Turtle island/around the world

Energetics: Cooling, drying

Actions and properties: Astringent, uterine tonic, parturient, febrifuge, hemostatic, mild alterative.

Systems: female reproductive system

Traditionally used for:

• Pregnancy tonic, strengthens uterus, aids morning sickness, post partum pain, expels afterbirth, enriches milk
• Tonic for relaxed tissue, diarrhea, allergies or flu with excess discharge of clear mucous
• Eases PMS and cramps
• Supports hormone changes during pregnancy afterbirth, miscarriage, pelvic area surgery, steroid medication and coming off contraception
• Assists contractions, check haemorrhage
• Mouth ulcers, bleeding gums, sore throats
• Anemia, colds, flus, osteoporosis, muscle cramps
• Reduce the likelihood of preterm and posterm labour, reduce need for medical intervention during delivery
• sitz bath or douche for vaginitis and cervicitis

Contraindications/cautions: Do not use wilted or partially dry leaves. Consult with a health practitioner/midwife. Some recommend consumption only in 3rd trimester

Other uses: Infusion applied to sore eyes