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Hi Carolyn! “Pregnancy Category A: No
proven increase in frequency of malformation or other harmful effects on the
foetus despite consumption by a large number of women. Lactation Category C: Compatible
with breastfeeding. Contraindications: In principle, the
use of herbs containing high levels of tannins is contraindicated or at least
inappropriate in: constipation, iron deficiency anaemia and malnutrition. Warnings & precautions: Because
of the tannin content of this herb, long term use should be avoided. Use
cautiously in highly inflamed or ulcerated conditions of the gastrointestinal
tract. Adverse reactions: None found in
published literature for raspberry leaf. A potential adverse reaction due
to the high tannin content is irritation of the mouth and G.I. tract. Interactions: Take separately from
oral thiamine, metal ion supplements or alkaloid containing medications.”. Raspberry leaf’s actions are:
Astringent, Partus Praeparator, Parturifacient and antidiarrhoeal. Kerry also states: No adverse
effects are expected in pregnancy but it is most appropriate to confine use to
the second and third trimesters. This is because raspberry leaf has a
reputation as a uterine stimulant, which is probably doubtful, except perhaps
near term. Results from a controlled, retrospective, observational study
involving 108 women suggested that the consumption of raspberry leaf during
pregnancy might shorten labour, reduce the likelihood of preterm and postterm
labour and reduce the need for medical intervention. One woman ceased us
of raspberry leaf during pregnancy after experiencing an increased frequency of
Braxton Hicks contractions and another woman ceased use after an episode of
diarrhoea. Raspberry leaf could not be established as the cause in either
case. The authors stated that the use of raspberry leaf appeared to be
safe for pregnant women and their babies during, pregnancy, labour and birth
and in the early postpartum period. Consumption of raspberry leaf
commenced as early as 8 weeks gestation (which as herbalists we don’t
advocate) with the majority of women commencing at 30 to 34 weeks. The
daily dosage ranged from 1 to 6 cups of tea or 1 to 8 tablets, with 3 cups of
tea per day or 6 tablets per day being the most popular dosages. There was also another randomised,
double-blind, placebo controlled trial involving 192 women. In short, the
results showed that raspberry leaf did not shorten the first stage of
labour. Clinically significant findings were a shortening of the second
stage (mean difference = 9.6 minutes) and a lower rate of forceps deliveries
between the treatment group and control groups (19.3% vs 30.4%). Raspberry
leaf was not found to cause adverse effects for mothers or babies. Side
effects were reported by 32% of women in the raspberry leaf group and 25% of
women in the placebo group. Most discomforts were pregnancy related and
included diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, headaches, heartburn,
strong uterine tightening, dizziness and bloating. Overdosage: No incidents found in
published literature. Toxicology: Raspberry leaf has very low
toxicity. Raspberry leaf is not included in Part 4 of Schedule 4 of the
TGA regulations. Raspberry leaves have very high levels of
manganese, moderate levels of iron, calcium and selenium and vitamins A &
C. Raspberry leaves also aid in involution of the uterus after
delivery; aid with production and maintenance of breastmilk; a
general and uterine tonic following surgery to the uterus. Rubus in
the form of dried leaf is very bulky and fluffy. Prescriptions of 1
teaspoon per cup 3 times daily results in low doses which may not be
therapeutically active (Ruth Tricky, “Women Hormones & the Menstrual
Cycle”.) Hope this helps, Cheers, Ramona. From:
owner- Hello Wise ones, Does anyone have the reference to the study on the use
of Raspberry Leaf Tea in pregnancy on hand? I'll be so grateful if you do and can find it easily and
send it to me! Please email me direct on [EMAIL PROTECTED] It's a beautiful day up here on the Central Coast of
NSW! Trust you all are having a great weekend! with best and happiest wishes, Carolyn Hastie Heartlogic "As a single footstep will not make a path in the
earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind. To make a deep
physical path, we walk again and again. To make a deep mental path, we must
think over and over again the kind of thoughts we wish to dominate our
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