Description
RASPBERRY LEAF Rubus Ideaus (family: Rosaceae)
HABITAT AND CULTIVATION
Native to much of Europe, Raspberry grows wild in hedgerows and woodland clearings. It is much cultivated for its fruit, as far north as Norway and is propagated by suckers.
CONSTITUENTS: Tannins; polypeptides; flavonoids
ACTIONS: Astringent, aids preparation for childbirth.
PHARMACOLOGY/RESEARCH
Research conducted in the 50’s onwards indicates that Raspberry leaf has a direct action on the muscles of the womb during pregnancy. Its value in preparing the womb for labour is not established but there is a great deal of anecdotal evidence to support its traditional use as a parturient. As with all tannin-rich remedies, it has a marked astringent activity. It contains appreciable levels of calcium.
CAUTIONS: In pregnancy, take only during the last three months.
PARTS USED: Leaves
KEY INDICATIONS: To aid childbirth, painful or heavy menstrual bleeding, stimulates breast milk production, sore throats (as a gargle), vaginal discharge (as a douche), conjunctivitis (as an eyewash).
INDICATIONS
Raspberry leaf has traditionally been used as a remedy for the latter stages of pregnancy, being taken for roughly the last trimester at a moderate dosage (infusion – about 1 cup a day). It is thought to stimulate the longitudinal muscles of the womb and to relax the cervix, thereby increasing the effectiveness of contractions. It may also be used to relieve nausea during pregnancy and to prevent miscarriage (usually with other herbs). Its astringency makes it a valuable remedy for heavy menstrual bleeding and it can help to reduce spasmodic period pains.
Used as an astringent wash for wounds in the past, Mrs Grieves recommends a mixture of Raspberry leaf infusion and Slippery Elm powder to speed healing of wounds, burns and irritated skin. As an infusion, it may be used to relieve diarrhoea, tightening the bowel and reducing irritability, e.g. in diverticulitis. Whether as a gargle, douche or eyewash it will serve well in relieving sore throats, mouth ulcers, gingivitis, vaginal discharge and conjunctivitis. It has a reputation as an oestrogenic herb and has been prescribed by herbalists for menopausal problems. Given its high calcium content it has been recommended as a long term supplement to prevent the onset of osteoporosis.
COMBINATIONS
With Black Cohosh and/or Wild Yam for spasmodic period pains
With Black Cohosh and Sage for menopausal problems
With Cranesbill for diarrhoea
Delivery
Standard Delivery (UK)
Orders under 25kg in weight are subject to the following shipping fees:
| All orders over £30 | Postage is Free |
| All orders under £30 | Postage is £3.49 |
We aim to dispatch all, in-stock, standard UK orders within three working days.
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Express Delivery (UK)
- Express orders must be placed before 1pm on any weekday
- Orders placed after 1pm on Thursday will be delivered by 1pm on the following Monday
- There must be someone available to sign for receive the package between 7am 1pm on the day of delivery
| All orders over £30 | Express Delivery is £5.99 |
| All orders under £30 | Express Delivery is £8.99 |
*Applies to orders under 25kg in weight
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Returns
Here at Baldwins it is our policy to give 100% satisfaction. We do know however, that there may be the odd occasion when you wish to return items. Below you will find an outline of our returns policy.
28 Day No-Quibble Guarantee
If, for any reason, you are unhappy with an item you have received, you may return it within 28 days, unopened and in its original condition, to our Freepost address (below). Upon receipt, we will be happy to give you a full refundfor the item.
Alternatively, you may wish to exchange the item for another. Please note that post and packing costs are non-refundable.
Returning An Item
To return an item, please package in its original wrapping (if possible) and provide a note outlining your name, address, order number and reason for returning.
If your item is under 20 Kg and is smaller than 61cm (L) x 46cm (W) x 46cm (D) then you can use our Free Royal Mail 48 Hour Tracked service by heading here and filling in the appropriate details:
Go To https://www.royalmail.com/track-my-return/create/2456
This service will generate a label that you can either print at home or take with you to the post office for them to print.
You will need your order number which is the 6 digit number sent out on your order dispatch email. (If you have any trouble finding this, do give us a call and we can happily find it for you).
Once orders are returned, we aim to process them within 72 hours and (if required) notify you by mail when we have processed your refund and ship any replacements out as soon as possible.
If your item is over 20 Kg or larger than the specified size (or too heavy for you to take to the post office) please call us and we can arrange collection with one of our courier partners.
