Raspberry

Digestive Health

These succulent red berries are high in fibre, water and prebiotic compounds. The high fibre and water content can help to prevent constipation and keep the digestive tract healthy. Ensuring we are getting enough dietary fibre promotes regular bowel movements and helps to delay gastric emptying – meaning you feel fuller for longer.

The prebiotic compounds in Raspberries feed the healthy probiotic colonies that live in all areas of the digestive system. A healthy gut will enhance nutrient absorption which in turn will boost overall health.

Raspberries are a rich source of manganese, a compound that is needed to activate the necessary enzymes needed to metabolise cholesterol, amino acids and carbohydrates.

Raspberry leaf tea can also be consumed as a digestive tonic. It is effective in stimulating and harmonising the digestive system and can help in cases of nausea, indigestion, constipation and diarrhoea.

Weight Loss

One of the biggest fads to hit the world of dieting in recent decades was the discovery of Raspberry ketones for miraculous weight loss.

Whilst some research has found that the ketones found in Raspberries do enhance lipid (fat) metabolism, it is always important to base any weight-loss regimen on a healthy diet and a program of exercise. The way ketones do this is by increasing levels of adiponectin, a protein which accelerates the breakdown of fat.

Another excellent reason to include Raspberries in a healthy weight loss plan is that they are fat-free and have a low glycaemic index (GI). Low GI foods have a minimal impact on blood sugar, meaning your blood sugar levels won’t spike, leading to a crash that can trigger sugar cravings.

Women’s Health

As a uterine tonic, Raspberry Leaf is hard to beat. Used for millennia to support women throughout their reproductive lives, Raspberry Leaf contains a plant alkaloid known as fragarine which has been found to simultaneously tone and relax the uterine muscle which helps to balance the muscular action of the uterus.

It also has astringent properties which work together with fragarine to help tighten and tone the uterine and pelvic muscles. This action can help to alleviate menstrual cramping, excessive bleeding and may be of assistance in cases of uterine prolapse.

Pregnancy / Childbirth

Throughout pregnancy and childbirth, Raspberry Leaf has long been recommended by herbalists and midwives to help prepare the uterus for an effective birth. Its unique action in relaxing over tense muscles and tightening and toning over relaxed muscles, Raspberry Leaf enables the uterus to contract effectively during childbirth.

Many studies have backed up what were once thought of as “old wives’ tales” about this herb. In one study published in the “Australian College of Midwives Journal”, 108 mothers to be were divided into two groups. It was found that the group who consumed Raspberry Leaf products experienced shorter labour and neither the mother or baby had any identifiable side effects.

Furthermore, the American Pregnancy Association recommends that drinking the tea reduces the need for intervention in childbirth.

Postnatally, the astringent qualities of Raspberry Leaf act on the uterus, restoring tone whilst helping with bleeding and swelling. Additionally, it is thought to enrich breast milk and promote healthy lactation.

Ingredients

1 lb

RASPBERRY (Rubus idaeus) Leaf C/s

From Canada.