Raspberry leaves. Medicinal beneficial properties and contraindications. We have all known since childhood the delicious, aromatic raspberry and its beneficial properties. After all, most likely in childhood, when you were sick, your mother gave you warm tea with raspberry jam. And she didn’t do this for nothing, because raspberries have anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and diaphoretic effects.
This berry is very popular in Russia; we have a rare vegetable garden in our country and summer cottage plot does without planting raspberry bushes. Raspberries are unpretentious in cultivation and multiply quickly.
Therefore, it is accessible to almost everyone and very widespread. But not everyone knows that raspberry leaves have no less, and perhaps even greater, beneficial and medicinal properties than berries.
General information
Raspberry leaves can provide the body with the necessary healing substances not only for colds and acute respiratory diseases, but also provide invaluable assistance in the fight for health and other ailments. At the same time, raspberry leaves are also used in folk medicine, the beneficial properties of this plant are also recognized by traditional medicine.
It turns out that raspberry foliage is a real storehouse in terms of chemical composition: the leaves contain a large list of vitamins (A, C, 33, E and K) and microelements (iodine, ascorbic acid, magnesium, potassium, antioxidants, phosphorus, malic acid, sodium, folic acid, calcium, salicylates, flavonoids, tannins, astringents, phytoncides, fiber and so on). This rich composition of raspberry leaves provides many medicinal properties, but there are very few contraindications for the use of this natural medicine.
Interesting! It turns out that the highest vitamin C content in nature is found in raspberry leaves - this is 2.5 mg of ascorbic acid in ten grams of raspberry leaves.
The benefits of raspberry berries and leaves
We all know the healing effects of raspberries on the body: diaphoretic and anti-inflammatory. That is why, when we have a cold, we drink hot raspberry tea with pleasure and benefit. Raspberries are also sometimes used in cosmetology - for example, they heal wounds on the skin quite well.
Note! Due to the high acid content in its composition, tea made from raspberry leaves can relieve hangover syndrome.
What are the benefits of raspberry leaves?
It turns out that a decoction of raspberry leaves is no less useful than tea with jam from its berries. For colds, flu and acute respiratory diseases, as an antipyretic, diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory agent, it will help reduce the temperature and support the body with its anti-inflammatory effect; and for bronchitis and pneumonia, a decoction or tea of raspberry leaves will make breathing easier.
How to prepare a decoction
Note! During periods of frequent colds and acute respiratory infections, introduce a decoction or tea of raspberry leaves into your daily diet; even children can drink it. A decoction of raspberry leaves is also useful for problems with the gastrointestinal tract, stomach pain and gastritis, colitis and diarrhea. Rinsing with a decoction of raspberry leaves relieves swelling and redness from a sore throat, and for conjunctivitis, the eyes are well cleaned by rinsing with the decoction.
Lotions, douching and various baths are effective for gynecological diseases, as well as for later pregnancy (we will describe in more detail the effect of the decoction during pregnancy in this article a little lower), bruises and even hemorrhoids (fresh, well-mashed raspberry leaves are applied to hemorrhoidal cones).
A decoction or tea from raspberry leaves also promotes positive dynamics in the functioning of the cardiovascular system, and is also used as a hemostatic agent. It is effective for reducing and getting rid of pain in the joints, for herpes, and for stomatitis, it will help stop the inflammatory process in the mucous membranes.
How to make tea from raspberry leaves?
Dried raspberry leaves are not afraid of heat treatment, even after it they retain their beneficial properties, so they can be boiled to prepare decoctions and teas. You can prepare a decoction according to the following simple recipe: pour 20 grams of dried raspberry leaves hot water in the amount of two glasses and boil over fire for 5-7 minutes. Afterwards, you need to let the broth cool and strain it. You can use the medicinal decoction up to three times a day.
Tea from raspberry leaves is prepared according to the following scheme. Take three tablespoons of raspberry leaves and brew a glass of boiling water, let it brew for fifteen minutes. Tea is ready!
Recipes for use in diseases
- To increase the therapeutic effect into raspberry leaf tea prepared according to classic recipe, you can add others medicinal herbs. Here are some recipes:
- For bronchitis. Take raspberry leaves, thyme and coltsfoot in equal quantities. For tea, you need to take 1 tablespoon of the collection of these herbs and pour boiling water, strain, add honey, and drink hot.
- For renal colic. Pour five liters of boiling water over raspberry leaves and birch leaves in a ratio of one to five, respectively, and leave. For treatment, take a warm bath with this infusion.
- For problems related to infertility. Take 1 teaspoon of red clover and raspberry leaves in a one to one ratio and prepare a cup of tea. For treatment, you need to drink 1 cup of tea daily for four months. Then take a break for half a month.
- For ovarian dysfunction. Add one spoon of currant leaves to the raspberry leaf tea recipe. Leave for fifteen minutes. Drink half a cup three times a day.
- With heavy menstruation. A collection is made by mixing raspberry and strawberry leaves, oak bark, and yarrow greens in equal proportions. Add a tablespoon of the mixture to a glass of water. The water is boiled in a water bath for an hour, filtered and taken once a day for seven days.
Note! You can make a medicinal liqueur based on raspberry leaves. If consumed in small portions, it is very beneficial. The ingredients are as follows: 200 pcs. fresh raspberry leaves, 50 raspberries, one teaspoon of citric acid, 1.5 kg of sugar and 1 liter of vodka.
The use of raspberry leaves in cosmetology
A decoction of raspberry leaves is used for various purposes and in cosmetology:
- Firstly, with the help of a decoction you can reduce the number and severity of rashes on the skin and restore its even tone and color. It is necessary to wash your face with the decoction in the morning and evening.
- Secondly, for the same purpose you can make masks from raspberry leaves. You need to finely chop them and spread them in an even layer on your face. Raspberry leaf juice smoothes facial wrinkles and evens out complexion.
- Thirdly, you can rinse your hair with the decoction, and it is better to do this regularly. You will notice that your hair has become stronger and its growth has accelerated.
Like any medicinal product, unfortunately, raspberry leaves have contraindications. Do not use decoction or tea of raspberry leaves if you suffer from gout, nephritis, urolithiasis, stomach ulcers, chronic constipation, or have an individual intolerance to raspberries (for example, allergies). You should not combine taking raspberry leaf products with aspirin, as this may cause bleeding.
The use of raspberry leaves for women's health, including during pregnancy
Tea made from raspberry leaves will relieve discomfort and reduce blood loss during heavy menstruation. It is recommended to douche and take baths with a decoction of raspberry leaves for ovarian disease, thrush and problems associated with infertility.
During pregnancy, raspberry leaves are also used as a means of preparing the female body for the process of childbirth; the fact is that a decoction of raspberry leaves can soften the cervix and make it more elastic. In many European countries (for example, Germany and the UK), doctors prescribe 1 glass of raspberry leaf decoction daily for two weeks for pregnant women aged 35 weeks or more. As you approach the planned date of birth, the dosage of the drink is increased. So, at the 37th week, the expectant mother should already drink two glasses of decoction a day, at the 38th - three, at the fortieth week before giving birth, pregnant women are recommended to drink four glasses of decoction of raspberry leaves daily.
Important! Since a decoction of raspberry leaves can affect the tone of the uterus, its use should be very careful until late in pregnancy. To avoid the fact that after using the decoction, the uterus will become toned and a miscarriage may occur, raspberry leaf tea can be consumed by expectant mothers only after the approval of the gynecologist observing the pregnancy, only after the thirty-fifth week of pregnancy.
When is the best time to pick raspberry leaves? How to collect and dry?
Young raspberry leaves without any damage, healthy and beautiful, collected during the raspberry flowering period, that is, in May and June, are most suitable for medicinal decoctions. There is even a desirable time of day - this is 10-11 am, when it is not yet hot, but no longer colder than the morning time.
Important! It is necessary to collect raspberry leaves in dry weather so that the leaves are not wet, as with dew, rain or even very high humidity.
Raspberry leaves should be dried in a shaded, but dry and warm place; the leaves should not be placed in direct sunlight to dry. Dry leaves are best stored in a paper bag, box, fabric bags or glass jar; the shelf life is no more than two years, since after this period the leaves lose their beneficial properties.
In general, the benefits of raspberry leaves are difficult to overestimate. Prepare them every summer so that you can drink healthy vitamin teas and be healthy the rest of the year!
Raspberries have been famous for their medicinal properties since ancient times. In home medicine, not only berries and flowers are used, but also the leaves of this shrub. Based on them, aromatic and delicious tea, uplifting and uplifting protective forces body. It is only important to know how to properly prepare and consume this drink. What is the value of raspberry leaf tea, what are its benefits, and is there any harm?
Benefit
Tea made from raspberry leaves, unlike many store-bought herbal teas that contain flavorings and dyes, is a completely natural drink. It not only has a fresh aroma and magical taste, but also serves natural medicine from many diseases. The medicinal properties of this tea are as follows:
- increases the body's resistance to colds, flu, bronchitis;
- strengthens the immune system;
- prevents the development of atherosclerosis;
- alleviates the condition of diseases of the heart and blood vessels;
- restores heart rhythm;
- is an expectorant, antipyretic;
- accelerates healing from diseases of the digestive system;
- removes excess fluid and poisons from the body;
- allows you to quickly get rid of extra pounds and make it easier to cope with your diet;
- stimulates appetite;
- eliminates diarrhea;
- used as a lotion for hemorrhoids;
- used for rapid healing of wounds;
- stops bleeding well from cuts;
- treats conjunctivitis and stomatitis;
- relieves bleeding gums;
- weakens the effect of poisons from scorpion and snake bites;
- alleviates premenstrual conditions and reduces menstrual pain;
- increases the likelihood of conception;
- used for baths in the treatment of inflammation of the appendages and endometriosis;
- helps cope with heavy physical and mental stress;
- relieves stress, prevents depression.
Raspberry leaves are often used in folk cosmetology. Cooled tea based on them is washed to give the skin smoothness and elasticity, a beautiful complexion. A decoction of raspberry leaves helps get rid of acne and other inflammations, eczema, and psoriasis. It eliminates swelling and itching caused by an insect bite. Raspberry tea is also used for hair: it helps prevent hair loss, stimulate growth, improve structure and appearance.
Harm
When consumed in moderation and in the absence of contraindications, tea made from raspberry leaves cannot harm the body. You should not drink it before the 32nd week of pregnancy, so as not to cause premature birth, in case of certain diseases of the internal organs, as well as in case of an allergy to raspberries. If you have any doubts about possible contraindications, you should consult a doctor.
Raspberry leaves contain salicylate, a substance with antipyretic and analgesic properties, similar in action to aspirin. When taking this medicine simultaneously with a drink made from raspberry leaves, overdose symptoms may occur: dizziness, ringing in the ears, stomach cramps, nausea, severe sweating, stuffy ears. In this case, you must seek medical help.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to drink raspberry leaf tea if:
- individual intolerance;
- constipation;
- gout;
- increased stomach acidity;
- chronic kidney diseases;
- stomach ulcer;
- asthma;
- pregnancy (in the 1st and 2nd trimester).
Is it possible for pregnant and lactating women
Therapists recommend that women regularly drink tea brewed with raspberry leaves in the last weeks of pregnancy. This drink will help to the expectant mother prepare the muscles and uterus for labor, increase immunity, prevent toxicosis, which often occurs in later stages, help cope with cramps and pain in the legs, and prevent intestinal upset.
Drinking raspberry tea during pregnancy is permissible only after consultation with a doctor, who will prescribe the permissible amount of drink per day. In the first trimester, such a drink is contraindicated, since raspberry leaves have the ability to contract muscles, including the uterus, which can lead to miscarriage and vaginal bleeding. However, during the period of preparation for conception, it is recommended to drink raspberry tea.
During breastfeeding Raspberry tea should be introduced into the diet very carefully. You need to start with a small portion and, if there is no negative reaction in the baby, increase the volume to 3 cups per day. This drink will enhance lactation, help cope with postpartum depression, and protect the body of the woman and child from viral diseases.
Compound
Raspberry leaves contain the following vitamins and minerals:
- vitamin B9 (folic acid);
- vitamin C (ascorbic acid);
- vitamin E (tocopherol);
- vitamin K (phylloquinone);
- vitamin PP (niacin equivalent;)
- potassium;
- magnesium;
- copper;
- zinc.
How to cook
Dry raspberry leaves are used to prepare the drink. For 4 tablespoons of raw materials, 500 ml of boiling water is required. To treat the digestive organs, take 2 times less leaves. The tea is infused for at least 2 hours: during this time, all the beneficial substances have time to pass into the drink from the leaves.
When preparing herbal tea to treat a cold, you can add fresh or frozen raspberries. The drink should be consumed strained, cooled, preferably unsweetened. It is possible to combine raspberry leaves with leaves and fruits of other plants, as well as herbs.
Storage
It is not recommended to store tea brewed from raspberry leaves for more than 24 hours, as over time it loses its aroma and some of its beneficial qualities. Keep the drink in a ceramic or glass teapot or in a thermos. Not suitable for this purpose plastic bottles and metal utensils.
Properly collected and prepared raspberry leaves are stored for 2 years without losing their properties. The leaves must first be dried in a dark and dry place (preferably in the fresh air). To do this, they must be laid out on a clean surface in a single layer. They need to be stirred from time to time to ensure even drying. You should not artificially speed up the process by spreading leaves near heating appliances.
The leaves are completely dry if they break easily. They need to be crushed and placed in paper or fabric bags. It is necessary to store raspberry tea at normal temperature, in a place with low humidity, where the rays of the sun do not reach.
How to choose
In order for raspberry tea to be as beneficial as possible, it is advisable to collect the leaves for brewing it yourself: this way you will definitely be sure of their quality. Collection must be carried out in the first 2-3 weeks of summer, when young plants contain a large amount of substances valuable to the body. Bright leaves without damage will be the most useful.
If you cannot prepare raw materials for tea yourself, it is easy to purchase dried raspberry leaves at the pharmacy. When purchasing, you should pay attention to the expiration date: it cannot exceed 2 years. In addition, the annotation must indicate that the leaves were collected in an environmentally friendly area. The composition should not contain other components.
What goes with it?
The following ingredients can be added to raspberry leaf tea:
- raspberries;
- ginger root powder;
- currant leaves and berries;
- clover flowers;
- rose hip;
- lingonberry leaves;
- mint;
- oregano;
- lemon.
Raspberry leaf tea is an excellent natural remedy to cope with many ailments. However, this drink can harm the body if you ignore the rules for its preparation, storage, and contraindications. To make sure that the tea will only bring benefits, you should first consult a doctor.
Raspberry leaves are a powerful medicine. They are added to healing infusions, decoctions, and aromatic tea is prepared. From this article you can learn everything about the benefits and applications of this part of the plant, and in the future this information will allow you to use the raspberry leaf to benefit yourself and your family.
Raspberry leaves have a rich chemical composition, thanks to which they are able to manifest. These include:
- hemostatic;
- expectorant;
- anti-inflammatory;
- diaphoretic;
- antipyretic;
- astringent;
- restorative;
- immunostimulating;
- antitoxic.
Raspberry leaf is most often used to treat colds. Its decoction will ease coughing, reduce body temperature and the inflammatory process. This remedy is an excellent prevention of viral infections, especially during their exacerbation. This remedy can be used for sore throat and bronchitis, for severe suffocating cough and other respiratory diseases. In addition, raspberry tea is often used for gargling, as it perfectly relieves swelling and eliminates pain.
And the benefits of raspberry leaves don’t end there. This natural drug is highly effective in treating bleeding - hemorrhoidal, gastric, as well as colitis and enterocolitis. Thanks to the antitoxic effect of this raw material, waste and toxins are removed from the body. And astringent properties come to the rescue with intestinal disorders.
Weak immunity? Make it a habit to drink a glass of freshly brewed raspberry tea every day and the results will amaze you.
Help for the female body
What are the benefits of raspberry leaves for women? They can help with:
Contraindications
However, raspberry leaves are not always able to exhibit only beneficial properties; decoctions and infusions prepared from these raw materials also have some contraindications for use:
- individual intolerance;
- allergy;
- chronic constipation;
- nephritis;
- gout;
- parallel use of aspirin.
Procurement of medicinal raw materials
Let's figure out how to dry raspberry leaves so that they can give us their beneficial properties for a long time. Since fresh leaves contain a large amount of moisture, drying them in cloudy weather is not allowed. Otherwise, the raw materials will simply rot. It is also impossible to carry out this process in direct sunlight - in this case, a significant part of the beneficial substances will be destroyed.
Freshly picked raspberry leaves should be dried in the fresh air under shelters, spreading them in an even thin layer on a piece of burlap. It is also allowed to dry in a well-ventilated area, for example, in an attic. In order for the prepared raw materials to dry evenly, it must be stirred and mixed regularly.
Properly dried raw materials look like this:
- leaves are uniformly dry;
- have a slightly twisted shape;
- color green;
- When rubbed between fingers they crumble easily.
Fermentation
Fermentation of raspberry leaves is carried out in several ways.
- Take a few fresh leaves and roll them with a little force between your palms - the leaves should become a little darker. This work must be done with all the raw materials that you are going to prepare. The resulting rolls must be cut into several parts.
- The second option is less labor-intensive. To perform it, raspberry leaves should be placed in a large bowl and intensively kneaded with your hands, as if you were kneading dough. As a result, juice will be released, and the leaf plates will become thin and curl slightly.
- The third method is the simplest. The leaves must be passed through a meat grinder with a large grid, stopping the process from time to time so that the mass does not overheat.
The correct preparation of leaves for fermentation is considered to be grinding them by hand, that is, the first option. But if you like large-leaf tea, then method No. 2 is suitable for you, and for fans of granulated tea leaves - method No. 3. Everyone has the right to choose the option that he likes best.
We send the workpiece for fermentation: with methods 1 and 2, we put the mass in a bowl and put it under pressure, with method 3, we simply transfer it to a deep container and press it with our hands.
We cover the leaves with a piece of damp cotton cloth on top and send them to a warm place. You should periodically check whether the fabric is dry and, if necessary, moisten it. Fermentation should occur at a temperature of 22 to 26°C. If this mark is lowered, then fermentation will stop; if it is raised, then the main part of the components, which are responsible for the strength and aroma of tea, will die.
The finished mass should have a green-brown color and a strong floral-fruity smell. Next, spread the prepared leaves in a thin layer on a baking sheet and dry at a temperature of no more than 100° for about 2 hours in the oven. In this case, the oven door should be slightly open. To ensure uniform drying, the raw materials should be stirred periodically.
Fermentation can be:
- light - occurs after 3-6 hours, the tea acquires a soft and delicate taste, but at the same time its aroma will be very strong;
- medium - occurs after 10-16 hours, the tea has a pronounced aroma and tart taste with a pleasant sourness;
- deep - occurs after 20-36 hours, the tea turns out tart with a light aroma.
Making tea
And lastly, how to brew raspberry leaves. To prepare tea, just put a teaspoon of dried raw material in a cup and pour boiling water over it.
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Raspberries are a tasty delicacy, and, with appetite, absorbing the berries in summer period, people do not think about useful and healing properties Oh.
However, many people know from childhood that raspberries have a diaphoretic effect, therefore, after drinking tea with raspberries or raspberry leaves in winter, you should not immediately go outside. This property is often used in the treatment of colds.
The berry becomes a symbol of prosperity and abundance in popular proverbs: “Life is a raspberry.” What else is worth learning about the properties of raspberries, benefits and contraindications?
In ancient times, both the ancient Greeks and the ancient Romans grew raspberries. According to legend, baby Zeus ate raspberries. Yuri Dolgoruky brought the berry to Russia and began to develop it.
Wild raspberries grow in shaded areas of pine and mixed forests and love moderate moisture. Its yield is unpredictable from year to year. Cumanica and blackberry are close to raspberries, but differ in the color of the berries. It is also known that raspberries are an excellent honey plant, it is readily collected by bees, increasing the berry yield by 75%.
Raspberries contain a phenomenal amount of multivitamins - it is rich in vitamin A, groups B, C, D, E, PP, as well as micro- and macroelements, bioactive substances. Raspberry seeds contain fatty oil, which is used in cosmetology to produce essential oil necessary for facial and hair care products.
Raspberries on a bush
Raspberry leaves, like berries, rich in nutrients, they contain:
- organic acids,
- pectin substances,
- microelements,
- sugars (glucose, fructose),
- phytoncides.
Both fresh berries and raspberry jam strengthen the immune system and increase the vitality of the body. Combination of iron, copper and folic acid beneficial for people suffering from anemia. Eating raspberries increases hemoglobin.
Vitamin P helps strengthen the walls of blood vessels. The berry helps prevent a number of cardiovascular problems.
For colds
Hot tea with raspberry jam is used for colds, flu, and ARVI. Raspberries contain salicylic acid, which has a diaphoretic effect.
Raspberries will help lower the temperature only if you drink plenty of fluids, which will help a person sweat and get rid of the fever. If you eat raspberries without drinking enough, your temperature may rise.
The combination of raspberries and milk will help in the treatment of sore throats and other sore throats.
In addition, raspberries help strengthen the immune system and maintain the body in a cheerful, elevated tone.
Raspberries with milk
Salicylic acid is part of raspberries, so medicinal aspirin in combination with raspberry tea should be used with caution, it is better to consult a doctor.
Raspberries improve immunity during flu epidemics, viral infections. The berry can destroy:
- mold spores,
- staphylococcus,
- yeast fungi.
Drinking raspberry tea reduces cough due to its expectorant effect.
For cardiovascular diseases
Raspberries contain phytosterols - these substances prevent atherosclerosis. The use of raspberries strengthens capillaries; will help stop internal bleeding. The berry gives elasticity to blood vessels, strengthens their walls, improves vascular permeability, prevents the formation of plaques, and also helps maintain normal blood pressure.
Raspberries contain a lot of iron, so they help with anemia.
Raspberries also support the body in the treatment of radiculitis.
Antistress
Raspberries have a powerful anti-stress effect. Drinks are recommended for neuroses, depression, and help prevent insomnia. Raspberry jam is as effective as “live” berries.
Raspberry jam
Gastrointestinal problems
Organic acids contained in raspberries improve digestion and metabolism c, stimulate the motility of all vital organs, save from constipation.
The ability of raspberries to activate the functioning of internal organs helps normalize metabolism and helps fight excess weight.
Raspberries help with gastritis and colitis.
Cleansing the body
Raspberries are an effective antioxidant. The pectins contained in the berry remove heavy metal salts from the body. Given the problems of modern ecology, this is one of the most valuable qualities.
The berry helps overcome excessive intoxication, produces a sobering effect.
Raspberry leaves and stems bring no less benefits than fresh berries when consumed in the form of decoctions and tea. Raspberry leaf tea has a tart taste and pleasant aroma., it improves immunity, is a strengthening agent, it is used for rinsing the mouth, against bleeding gums.
Raspberry leaf tea
Raspberry leaves are used as part of vitamin preparations, which are used in gynecology, for kidney problems, and as a general tonic.
The astringent properties of a decoction of raspberry leaves will help stop diarrhea and normalize intestinal function.
A decoction of raspberry leaves is effective as a lotion or douche for hemorrhoids.– it relieves inflammation and accelerates healing. For hemorrhoids, an infusion of raspberry flowers is also used.
The berry is used in cosmetology. Rinsing your hair with a decoction of raspberry twigs and leaves strengthens your hair., returns their natural shine. Vitamins E, C and B vitamins have a beneficial effect on the beauty and youth of the skin.
Decoction of young raspberry branches
Many vitamins and minerals will support the health and well-being of pregnant women; the berry also helps with toxicosis. Raspberries are good for nursing mothers, as it helps increase lactation.
A decoction of raspberry leaves is used for sitz baths to cure inflammation of the appendages.
Raspberry leaves reduce painful sensations during menstruation and regulate the cycle.
A decoction of raspberry leaves strengthens the uterus, increases the elasticity of tissues during childbirth, and helps facilitate this process.
The properties of the berry are sometimes harmful. Raspberries should not be eaten during exacerbation of urolithiasis or kidney disease. People with allergies should be careful due to essential oils.
People suffering from:
- gastritis,
- stomach ulcer,
- duodenal ulcer
They can only drink raspberry juice or fresh juice diluted with water. Raspberries or natural juice are harmful to them.
The combination of several acids that make up raspberries can harm people with uric acid diathesis, as well as with diseased kidneys.
However, even for people at risk, moderate and careful consumption of raspberries will not harm.
A decoction of raspberry leaves activates the muscle tone of the uterus and can cause premature birth, so pregnant women should not drink this drink.
Yellow raspberry
Yellow raspberries contain a lot of sugar and almost no acid, so they are sweeter and tastier. Yellow raspberries contain minimal anthocyanin, so yellow varieties do not create problems for allergy sufferers, children and expectant mothers. Yellow raspberries are rich in vitamin B9, which is necessary for hematopoiesis.
Black raspberry
Black raspberry
Black raspberries bring high yields; their berries are even richer in vitamins and biologically active substances than red raspberries.
Black varieties have less acids, but more mineral elements, such as copper, iron, manganese. In combination with folic acid, this berry creates a positive effect on people who have blood diseases.
Black raspberries contain more antioxidants, which prevent the development of cancer.
Which raspberries to collect: harvesting and use for medicinal purposes
Wild raspberries are better suited for medicinal purposes, although garden varieties also contain many useful substances. When harvesting raspberries, drying and freezing are recommended., as well as a vitamin mixture of sugar and raspberries, which is prepared in a 1 to 1 ratio.
Raspberries retain most of their beneficial properties and in the form of jam, so preparing it for the winter will provide a healthy and pleasant treat throughout the year.
Raspberry leaves and stems are collected clean (without dust, midges or damage), dried in a shady place and teas are brewed from them, decoctions and infusions are prepared. Dried and crushed leaves can be stored in fabric bags or three-liter jars.
Raspberry leaf tea Tasty on its own, but you can combine raspberry leaves with currant leaves, with rose, apple or peach petals.
To cleanse the body Pour two tablespoons of dried raspberry leaves into two glasses of boiling water, let it brew and consume it in small portions 5 times during the day.
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Raspberries have been well known for their medicinal properties since ancient times. In addition to medicinal fruits and flowers, other parts of it are also used in folk medicine. Raspberry leaves are widely used in the treatment and prevention of many diseases. But their main advantage is that they are extremely useful for women who are planning to become pregnant or are already in this state.
Useful substances in raspberry leaves
This herb contains many microelements and vitamins important for the human body. The healing composition of the leaves of this plant:
- organic acids;
- manganese;
- fiber;
- folic acid - helps women who want to become pregnant;
- vitamins C, K, E – enrich the body, increasing its immunity;
- flavonoids – useful for diseases that cause bleeding;
- iodine – prevents atherosclerosis, restores heart rhythm;
- magnesium;
- potassium – very useful for heart diseases;
- copper – helps the body get rid of stress and nervous stress.
It is a diaphoretic and fever-reducing remedy known in traditional medicine. Due to the presence of astringents and tannins, raspberry leaves have remarkable hemostatic abilities.
Raspberry leaves: medicinal properties
It should be noted that they are a real treasure trove useful vitamins and microelements that play a leading role in the health of the human body. Due to its rich biochemical composition, raspberry leaves are used in alternative medicine to treat many diseases and prevent them. The medicinal properties of this plant are used in the following cases:
- for viral diseases (colds, flu, bronchitis);
- in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases (inflammatory processes in various organs, diarrhea);
- as a lotion for symptoms of hemorrhoids;
- for rapid healing of wounds;
- to neutralize the effects of bites from poisonous snakes and scorpions;
- washing the leaves with infusion helps get rid of conjunctivitis;
- for gynecological diseases;
- to strengthen the immune system;
- if there are symptoms of stomatitis in both children and adults;
- for preventive purposes at risk of atherosclerosis;
- for diseases of the cardiovascular system (restore heart rhythm);
- to prevent the onset of depression (relieves stress well);
- for cosmetic problems (acne).
Raspberry leaves are an excellent diaphoretic, expectorant, immunostimulating, antipyretic, and tonic.
Useful herb for women: raspberry leaf
Since ancient times, women have used raspberry leaves to treat gynecological diseases. The properties of this plant in the field of gynecology are simply irreplaceable. They are used:
- to relieve the premenstrual condition;
- to eliminate the symptoms of endometriosis;
- to reduce the intensity of discharge during menstruation;
- to relieve menstrual pain;
- to maintain the smooth functioning of the adrenal glands during menopause.
Also, regular consumption of tea from the leaves of this plant is recommended for women who plan to soon become pregnant and give birth to a healthy child without any problems.
The use of raspberry leaves in cosmetology
For cosmetic purposes, raspberry leaves are used:
- to maintain skin tone, elasticity and firmness;
- as a rejuvenating agent;
- to give an even and uniform color to the face.
Also, face masks are prepared from the fresh leaves of this plant to get rid of acne and various inflammations on the face. To prevent the occurrence of pustules, it is recommended to wash your face with a decoction of them.
Ointments based on raspberry leaves are excellent in helping to cope with skin diseases such as psoriasis and eczema. An alcohol tincture of them will wonderfully relieve itching, swelling and redness from insect bites.
It is recommended to use decoctions of raspberry leaves as a hair strengthener. They prevent hair loss and stimulate growth.
Pregnancy and features of the use of raspberry leaves
The benefits of tea from the leaves of this plant for pregnant women have been scientifically proven. By regularly drinking a cup of aromatic drink, a woman expecting a child will not only increase her body’s immunity, but will also be able to prevent the following undesirable moments:
- the occurrence of morning toxicosis (nausea);
- the appearance of pain and cramps in the legs;
- upset stomach (diarrhea).
In addition, if you brew raspberry leaves during pregnancy, the likelihood of vacuum birth, cesarean section and the use of surgical forceps during childbirth is significantly reduced. Only a doctor can prescribe a daily dose of tea for a pregnant woman. Self-treatment is not recommended.
Raspberry leaf: benefits and harm
Using raspberry leaves for the treatment and prevention of various diseases, everyone talks only about the benefits of this plant. Of course, its healing properties can hardly be overestimated. An excellent antiviral, immunostimulating, antipyretic agent is raspberry leaf. The benefits and harms of this plant have always been of equal interest to those who use them for preventive and health purposes.
Firstly, it should be noted that side effects this remedy has not yet been identified. Secondly, raspberry leaves are harmful only in the following cases:
- individual intolerance by the body;
- the presence of contraindications to their use;
- using herbs for the treatment or prevention of diseases without first consulting a doctor.
Excessive consumption of tea from the leaves of this plant, for example, by pregnant women early up to 32 weeks, can provoke premature birth, since the action of this plant is aimed at stimulating the uterus for labor.
Main contraindications to the use of raspberry leaves
There are a number of diseases for which it is undesirable or prohibited to use raspberry leaves for health and preventive purposes. Contraindications to the use of this folk remedy:
- pregnancy up to 32 weeks;
- intolerance by the body;
- chronic form of constipation;
- gout;
- nephritis.
Since the leaves of this plant contain salicylates, which have similar effects to aspirin, it is undesirable to use tea made from them in combination with the specified drug in order to avoid an overdose.
Healing drink from raspberry leaves
Before you start using this remedy to treat diseases, you need to learn how to properly prepare a drink, decoction, lotions, etc. from it.
How to brew raspberry leaves correctly? First of all, you need to remember that for each glass of boiling water you need to take a teaspoon or a tablespoon - depending on the disease - of crushed raspberry leaves, that is, the ratio of the components should be within 200 ml: 1 tsp.
l. For some diseases, the amount of raw materials increases. The leaves are poured with hot water and infused for up to 10 minutes.
Methods for brewing tea from crushed raspberry leaves:
- To treat colds, brew 2 tsp. in a glass hot water. It is recommended to leave for up to two hours. The effect of this tea increases significantly after adding raspberries. It is characterized by a more pronounced effect, reduces temperature well and promotes sweating. For a better effect, you can also brew currant and raspberry leaves together, since they contain a huge amount of vitamin C. For symptoms of sore throat, pharyngitis or laryngitis, it is advisable to additionally use the drink as a gargle.
- To treat gastrointestinal diseases, it is necessary to brew tea in a ratio of 200 ml of liquid per 1 tbsp. l. ground leaves. To increase appetite and eliminate stomach discomfort, it is enough to drink this drink three times a day, a quarter of a glass.
- If you are pregnant after 32 weeks, you can consult your doctor about drinking tea with the leaves of this plant. The maximum dose of such a drink should not exceed 200 ml per day.
- To increase the body's immunity, replenish its vitamin reserves and prevent viral diseases, it is recommended to drink tea from the leaves of this plant 2 times a day. It is enough to take 1 tsp. crushed raw materials per glass of boiling water.
How to prepare raspberry leaves for the winter correctly?
Basic rules for harvesting raspberry leaves:
- It is advisable to collect them in early June.
- Raspberry leaves need to be dried outside, in a dark place.
- Store crushed in paper bags.
Improper collection, drying and storage of raw materials contribute to the loss of the beneficial properties of the leaves of this plant.
Raspberry leaves are an excellent remedy for combating many diseases. But it should be remembered that only strict adherence recommendations for their use and, of course, a preliminary consultation with a doctor will help improve the health of the human body.
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Health benefits and harms of raspberry leaves. During pregnancy. How to brew raspberry leaves
Raspberries are one of the most common folk remedies for strengthening immune system humans, as well as the treatment of many diseases.
IN medicinal purposes All parts of the plant are used: fruits, branches, flowers, roots and leaves.
In this article we will talk about the unique healing properties of raspberry leaves, as well as about the method of preparing tea from raspberry leaves, the intake of which has a positive effect on the human body.
Chemical composition of raspberry leaves
Due to its healing properties and useful composition raspberry leaves are not inferior to berries, and in some ways superior to them.
The leaves contain 6 times more vitamin C than the fruits themselves.
Therefore, if we are talking about vitamin deficiency, then it is better to use the leaf for its treatment.
Vitamins: A, B9, C, E, K, PP.
Minerals: iron, iodine, potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper, sodium, phosphorus.
In addition, the leaves contain essential oils, caffeine, fiber, polysaccharides, saponins, flavonoids, antioxidants and salicylic acid.
Health benefits and harms
- have diaphoretic and antipyretic effects,
- have expectorant and astringent properties,
- strengthen the immune system,
- treat colds and flu,
- removes mucus from the respiratory tract,
- help with sore throat and pharyngitis,
- cancer prevention,
- removes toxins and impurities,
- improve digestion function,
- normalize metabolism,
- help with diarrhea,
- prevention of atherosclerosis,
- restore heart rhythm,
- remove excess fluid from the body,
- stop bleeding
- neutralize the effects of poisonous snake bites,
- relieve itching and redness from insect bites,
- help with hemorrhoids,
- relieve premenstrual condition and menstrual pain,
- struggling with infertility,
- treat stomatitis,
- tone the body,
- strengthen the nervous system,
- help fight stress and depression,
- accelerate wound healing,
- improve skin condition,
- fight acne and psoriasis,
- have a rejuvenating effect.
Raspberry leaves are included in a large number of medicinal preparations, as they have a pronounced pharmacological effect. Moreover, scientists who study the effect of the plant on the human body have come to the conclusion that the ability of its decoction to stimulate sweating is higher than that of the well-known acetylsalicylic acid of the same aspirin. Thus, raspberries are a wonderful remedy for viral diseases. In addition, thanks to the pathogenic effect, the work of the heart and kidneys is greatly facilitated, since excess fluid is also eliminated through the pores.
In adulthood, as a rule, the rheological properties of blood change. In other words, it becomes thicker. This is associated with the occurrence of a number of diseases, for example, atherosclerosis. To prevent this disease, salicylates are often prescribed.
They, like any acid, are irritating to the stomach. Raspberry leaves have similar biological properties, but unlike them, they do not irritate the digestive system. And in terms of their ability to thin the blood, they are significantly superior.
Raspberry leaves are especially valued among women who have been trying to get pregnant for quite a long time. Folic acid, which is part of their composition, helps them in this task.
Flavonoids, astringents and tannins in this raw material are famous for their ability to stop various bleeding.
The leaves also contain many organic acids, such as salicylic acid. Therefore, fresh crushed leaves are very suitable for preparing natural masks. This folk remedy helps cope with acne and disinfects the oral cavity.
Raspberry leaves during pregnancy
Raspberry leaf is very beneficial for a woman’s body, including pregnant women. Regular consumption of tea helps strengthen the protective functions of the expectant mother’s body, as well as the proper development of the fetus. In addition, the drink prevents a number of unpleasant moments that may arise during this period: toxicosis, indigestion, swelling, leg cramps.
It is especially useful to drink teas from raspberry leaves and berries a month before giving birth. They help soft tissues become more elastic and childbirth more comfortable. The plant also copes with postpartum pain and increases lactation.
Take half a glass of leaf tea, brewed at the rate of 2 tbsp. raw materials per 1 glass of hot water. You need to drink 2-3 times a day before meals.
Contraindications and harm of raspberry leaves
- individual intolerance,
- taking aspirin,
- constipation,
- gastritis,
- history of asthma,
- nephritis,
- gout.
As mentioned above, pregnant women are recommended to drink raspberry leaf tea, but do not forget that moderation in its consumption is important here.
Excessive intake of folk remedies can provoke premature birth.
When and how to collect raspberry leaves
The leaves are collected before or during flowering - early June - since it is during this period that they accumulate greatest number vitamins and minerals beneficial to the human body. Leaves must be picked by hand, with or without petioles. The ideal weather for harvesting is sunny and dry.
Please note that not all leaves are suitable for making tea. The most useful and full of vitamins are the leaves that are located closer to the tops of the bush, so you should give preference to young leaves. But you don’t need to pick them completely from one bush, otherwise the plant will be severely depleted and may die.
If you decide to prepare raw materials from wild raspberries, then choose the collection location responsibly. Plant bushes should be located away from the city, roads, industrial zone, etc.
How to dry
Like most plants, raspberry leaf should be dried in a dry and ventilated place, without getting sunlight on them.
Spread them in a thin layer on a baking sheet or tray and leave until completely dry. To ensure uniform drying, the raw materials should be gently stirred from time to time.
Store the leaves in a dry place, in a wooden bowl or paper bag.
Raspberry leaf tea
Raspberry leaf green tea is prepared from raw materials that are collected along with the flowers during flowering. The drink has a delicate and refined aroma and a light color.
Fermented raspberry leaf tea has a richer and brighter aroma and taste, with fruity notes. When brewed, the result is a dark drink.
Fermentation of raspberry leaf is a rather labor-intensive process that requires a certain skill and time, so the price of these types of tea is different.
Fermenting raspberry leaves at home
Before fermentation, carefully sort the leaves. They must be clean, dry and without signs of rotting. Then spread them out in a thin layer on some surface, and be sure to cover them with a cloth (canvas, linen, gauze, etc.
) for a day so that they wilt slightly. How to check that the withering process has ended? You need to take a sheet and break it in half. If the central vein breaks, then you still have to wait.
If the sheet bends freely, then the withering process is complete.
Place all the raspberry leaves in a bag and place them in freezer for two days to destroy the cell membrane so that a lot of juice is formed. Many people skip this step. But it is believed that after freezing the tea turns out more delicious.
If you didn't skip the previous step, remove the leaves from the freezer and let them soften slightly.
During the fermentation process, most people twist and roll the raw material between their palms - this is quite tedious and time-consuming. Therefore, to make preparing tea easier, you can use a meat grinder.
Twist the raspberry leaves through its large holes and leave for a while. When they dry, they become “pellets.”
Place them in a deep pan, the layer should be about 3 cm. Cover them with a damp cloth. Monitor the moisture content throughout the fermentation process. It should always be raw. Place a saucer with a load on top (for example, a jar of water).
How long will the fermentation process take? It all depends on the temperature. The higher it is, the faster the process goes. As a rule, this takes about 6-8 hours. If the temperature is about 20°C, then about 10 hours.
After this, the raw materials should be dried. To do this, take a tray and pour tea into it, evenly distributing it over the entire surface. Turn on the oven, preheat it to 80°C and start drying. There is no need to close the oven door. This harvesting step takes about 1-1.5 hours. Do not forget to loosen the leaves during the drying process so that they are thoroughly dried on all sides.
How to brew raspberry leaves
There are several ways to make raspberry leaf tea. The easiest way: 2 tbsp. pour 0.5 liters of hot water over the raw material and let it brew for 30-60 minutes. After this, the drink should be strained. To enhance the healing properties of the drink, it is recommended to add various herbs: currant leaves, mint, etc.
Raspberry leaves are affordable and effective means to improve your health. When used correctly, you can get rid of many disorders in the body.
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Raspberry leaf tea
Raspberry leaves and berries were the most popular cold remedy a couple of generations ago. Both adults and children were treated with decoctions and teas from this healing raw material, but raspberries were especially widely used by the fair half. This plant is considered to be female for its positive effect on the reproductive system and childbirth.
What are the benefits of raspberry leaves?
If raspberries are considered to be a rich source of vitamins, then the leaves are a storehouse of salicylates - substances that have an effect similar to aspirin and have antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties. The benefits and harms of raspberry leaf tea are due to the presence of the following components in their composition:
- vitamins C, K, E, B9, PP;
- copper, iodine, potassium, magnesium, zinc;
- flavonoids;
- phytoncides;
- tannins;
- organic acids.
Leaves and berries are rich in vitamin C and salicylates, which allows them to be used as an anti-cold and antipyretic agent.
Based on their composition, decoctions and teas from the leaves have anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, immunostimulating, and hemostatic properties. They have a positive effect on the composition of the blood, saturating it with iron, remove toxins and poisons, and help cope with indigestion due to the presence of tannins.
The beneficial properties of raspberries allow us to speak about its almost universal nature, aimed at the overall health of the body. About the use of leaves briefly:
- increases the body's immune response;
- improves appetite;
- normalizes heart rhythm;
- alleviates the condition of severe PMS;
- reduces blood loss during heavy menstruation;
- relieves stress;
- increases performance both mental and physical;
- prevents depression;
- removes excess fluid from the body, waste, toxins and poisons.
Raspberry leaf tea is used in folk and official medicine. This includes both internal use and external use in the form of lotions, compresses, drops. Leaves, unlike berries, are less likely to cause allergies, therefore they are more popular in the treatment and prevention of diseases.
For what conditions is raspberry tea beneficial?
Adults, children, pregnant women, nursing women, and the elderly can drink raspberry leaf tea. Most often, when warm, the drink is used as an anti-cold and antipyretic. vitamin K and antioxidants have a positive effect on the condition of the skeletal system, which is why raspberries are used for osteochondrosis and other diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
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When to collect herbs for tea
- bronchitis, pneumonia, persistent cough;
- weakened immune system;
- diarrhea and other digestive disorders;
- gastritis;
- stomatitis, gum inflammation;
- uterine and gastric bleeding;
- acne and skin rashes, eczema.
Children can make warm teas with the addition of fresh and dried berries, as well as raspberry jam. It is not only tasty, but also very effective in treating colds, acute respiratory viral infections, and flu.
Women's drink
Tea made from raspberry leaves, branches, rhizomes and berries is most useful for women's diseases. This applies to inflammatory processes in the ovaries and appendages, thrush, and painful periods. There is evidence that the drink helps to conceive a child, as it improves ovarian function and the condition of the endometrium.
Pregnant women can also drink it in the 3rd trimester to increase tissue elasticity and ease childbirth. Raspberries also help to cope with late toxicosis, edema, anemia, and problems with stool.
Women's teas should be drunk in courses, regularly repeated and observing the dosage
Here are several recipes for women's tea with consumption regimen.
- For severe PMS, painful periods and weakness, make strong tea from 3 tsp. leaves per glass of boiling water. Leave for 15 minutes, filter and drink 150 ml 4 times a day after meals.
- For conception and the fight against infertility, raspberries are combined with clover in equal proportions. Every day for 2-3 months you need to prepare tea from 1 tsp. collection per 200 ml of water. Infusion time 15 minutes.
- For ovarian dysfunction, prepare tea from 1 part currant leaves and 3 parts raspberries. For 500 ml of water take 4 tbsp. l. collection, leave for 15 minutes, drink 0.5 cups 3 times a day.
Many women drink raspberry decoction to increase lactation. But it cannot be used immediately after birth, as the baby may develop allergies. Although for the woman herself, drinking tea will contribute to contraction of the uterus and a speedy restoration of health.
A woman can include weak raspberry tea in her diet every day, taking short breaks. This will help maintain normal ovarian function, slow down the onset of menopause, prevent anemia, improve overall well-being and protect yourself from frequent colds.
How to make tea
You can not only buy raspberry leaves in a pharmacy in the form of herbal tea, but also collect them yourself. This can be done from the period of full bud break to active flowering. As soon as berries appear on the bushes, the collection is stopped. Collect clean, healthy, dry raw materials in the first half of the day.
If necessary, the leaves are washed and dried, and later laid out on a horizontal surface in a ventilated room. After 3-5 days, the leaves dry out and can be carefully crushed by hand or left in their natural form. Store raw materials in paper or linen bags for no more than 2 years.
Tea from a thermos is richer and stays warm longer, which is convenient when preparing it for the whole day.
Tea from raspberry leaves is prepared at the rate of 2 tbsp. l. for 400-500 ml of hot water. It is necessary to infuse the raw materials for about 2 hours. During this time, all the useful components of the product will be released to the water. To reduce body temperature, drink half a glass of this tea 3-4 times a day.
If you need to get rid of gastritis, cough, enterocolitis, you can prepare a drink from 2 tsp. leaves and a glass of boiling water. After 3 hours, you can drink the infusion half a glass up to 4 times a day until you feel better.
For the treatment and prevention of diseases, raspberries are combined with:
- currant leaves and branches;
- mint;
- clover flowers;
- rosehip;
- ginger;
- lemon;
- lingonberry leaves.
It is not customary to sugar the herbal drink. You can only add a little honey to slightly cold tea. Externally, tea is used to wipe the face for acne and rashes, as well as rinse hair to improve hair growth.
Contraindications
Anything can benefit from a raspberry drink, although it does have a pleasant taste profile. The list of contraindications is as follows:
- having an allergy to raspberries;
- constipation;
- pregnancy up to 35 weeks;
- stomach ulcers and high acidity;
- asthma;
- gout;
- severe kidney disease;
- infancy.
Otherwise, with moderate consumption of tea, negative reactions on the body do not appear. If you carry out 3-4 courses of disease prevention with raspberries (2 weeks each), you can increase stress resistance, immunity, performance and help the body cope with many viral and bacterial infections. This is an affordable and almost harmless product for health.
About the healing power of raspberries in the fight against colds Probably everyone has heard it. Not all of them know about the beneficial properties of the leaves of the plant. Meanwhile, they have no less therapeutic effect, which is also recognized by official medicine.
Beneficial properties of raspberry leaves
Raspberry leaves are a natural remedy for the successful treatment of colds and various viral diseases, which can be used even by children and women during lactation. They have not only an effective antipyretic effect, but also the following properties:
- sweatshops;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antiseptic;
- expectorants;
Raspberry leaves, like its berries, have healing properties
- astringents;
- hemostatic;
- general strengthening.
The composition of the leaves is rich in organic acids, sugars, vitamin C. In addition, they contain:
- mineral salts;
- magnesium, iodine, manganese and potassium;
- tannins;
- vitamins K and E.
Raspberry leaves are also distinguished by their high content of folic acid and flavonoids - biologically active substances. They also contain a lot of salicylate, which in its action resembles such a medicine as acetylsalicylic acid or aspirin, as they used to call this drug.
Teas and decoctions are prepared from raspberry leaves
Benefits of raspberry leaves for treatment and health maintenance
The leaves of the plant are used to prepare healing decoctions, infusions, and lotions. They are also part of many medicines. The unique properties of the plant are used in treatment:
- colds and fever relief;
- viral diseases - ARVI, influenza;
- inflammatory processes of the gastrointestinal tract and diarrhea;
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- prolonged bleeding.
Advice. You should not self-medicate and drink raspberry decoctions uncontrollably. You should first consult a doctor on this issue.
Decoctions of raspberry leaves have a beneficial effect on the body in case of bronchitis, tracheitis, and other respiratory diseases. To relieve inflammation in the throat with sore throats, gargling is used. And to alleviate the condition of hemorrhoids or bruises, lotions are applied. Raspberry leaves are also effectively used for treatment various diseases skin - eczema, acne, psoriasis and oral diseases, such as stomatitis and gingivitis. Fresh leaves are used to speed up the healing of wounds on the body. Raspberries are also in demand in cosmetology to improve skin condition and as an anti-aging agent. In addition, you rinse your hair with the decoction, it becomes stronger and grows better.
A decoction of raspberry leaves is good for the skin.
Separately, it is worth emphasizing the benefits of raspberry leaves for female body. They are used for treatment and prevention gynecological diseases. Decoctions and infusions are used internally to successfully cure many female ailments. They are also used for sitz baths and douching. The medicinal properties of the leaves of the plant are used for:
- reduction pain during menstruation;
- relief of PMS, maintaining the body during menopause;
- prevention, treatment of endometritis.
Raspberry leaves can also replace many medications for women during pregnancy and lactation. They may be recommended for use at the end of pregnancy, immediately before childbirth. Raspberries increase the tone of the walls of the uterus, speed up the process of childbirth, and make it easier. It is for this reason that it is undesirable to drink decoctions from the leaves during pregnancy, because this risks miscarriage.
Attention! During pregnancy, you should drink decoctions of raspberry leaves only after consulting your doctor and under his strict supervision.
Are raspberry leaves harmful to health?
Raspberries have unique health benefits. But, like any medical drug or medicinal plant, it also has contraindications, although their list is not too long.
Dry the collected leaves in the shade
It includes:
- pregnancy periods up to the 32nd week;
- chronic constipation;
- nephritis;
- allergic reactions;
- individual intolerance.
Raspberry is a unique plant in which all its parts are healing. But like others medicines, it should be taken with caution, preferably after consulting a doctor. Any abuse rarely leads to a good result.
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