Raspberry Leaf

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

Brewing instructions:

• 1-2 tsp of herb per cup of water
• Boiling water (200-212f/93-100C)
• Steep for 5-15 minutes

Contraindications/cautions: Do not use wilted or partially dry leaves. Many midwives recommend consumption only is the 3rd trimester when pregnant.

Always consult a healthcare practitioner when consuming any new herb. Like all herb it is best to start with a little to make sure you are not intolerant.

Warning: This information has not been verified by Health Canada and should be considered for historical and educational purposes only.

Other uses: Infusion can be applied to sore eyes.