Evidence supporting the use of: Rubus (unspecified)
For the body system: Female Reproductive System
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Rubus, a genus that includes species such as raspberry (Rubus idaeus) and blackberry (Rubus fruticosus), has a long history of traditional use in supporting the female reproductive system. In particular, raspberry leaf has been used in European, North American, and other traditional medicine systems for centuries. It is commonly recommended in herbal medicine for menstruation-related discomfort, as a uterine tonic, and to prepare the body for childbirth. Folk practices often involve the consumption of raspberry leaf tea during the last trimester of pregnancy to purportedly strengthen the uterus and ease labor.
However, scientific validation of these traditional uses is limited. Some laboratory and animal studies suggest that compounds in Rubus species may have antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, or astringent effects, but robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. A few small human studies have explored raspberry leaf’s effects on labor and pregnancy outcomes, but results are inconclusive and often methodologically weak. Major health organizations typically do not endorse its use due to the lack of high-quality evidence. Therefore, the use of Rubus to support the female reproductive system is primarily justified by tradition, with limited scientific support and a moderate evidence rating.
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