Evidence supporting the use of: Red Raspberry
For the health condition: PMS Type S

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Red raspberry (Rubus idaeus) leaf has a long history of traditional use in Western herbal medicine for supporting women's reproductive health, particularly for menstrual complaints such as PMS (premenstrual syndrome). PMS Type S is characterized by symptoms related to increased estrogen, such as breast tenderness, swelling, and bloating. Herbalists have historically recommended red raspberry leaf as a uterine tonic, believed to help regulate menstrual cycles and alleviate menstrual discomfort, though the specific application to "PMS Type S" is a modern conceptualization.

Red raspberry leaf contains various compounds, including flavonoids, tannins, and vitamins, which are thought to confer mild astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. However, scientific research specifically examining red raspberry's effects on PMS or on hormonal modulation is extremely limited. A few studies have assessed its safety during pregnancy and labor, but not its efficacy for PMS or hormone-related symptoms. Thus, its use for PMS Type S is justified mainly by herbal tradition rather than robust scientific evidence. The evidence rating is moderate (2/5), reflecting the persistence and popularity of its use in traditional medicine, but a lack of clinical trials or mechanistic studies to confirm its effectiveness in this context.

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