Red Raspberry Leaf

What is Red Raspberry Leaf? Raspberry is a deciduous shrub that can grow 6’ high and has small flowers and distinct bright green leaves with teeth along the edges. This perennial plant is native to Europe, Britain, Northern Asia, and the United States. It thrives in thickets, by roadsides, in woodlands, gardens, and more. Historical Use of Raspberry Leaf Raspberry’s leaves, fruit and roots were commonly used amongst ancient herbalists, Native Americans, folk practitioners, and the Eclectics. Historically, raspberry leaves were used to prevent miscarriages, check hemorrhaging during labor, and as a uterine tonic to help strengthen and tone the uterine muscles. The rich and bioavailable magnesium content can help mares with irregular or painful cycles to become more comfortable, calmer, and less cranky or moody. While raspberry leaf is well known for benefiting female health, it can also help grumpy or nervous geldings! However, raspberry leaves provide many more benefits beyond hormonal