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Red Raspberry Leaf Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Red Raspberry Leaf (Rubus idaeus), addressing hormonal imbalance, menopause, fertility.

supplementswestern-herbalismBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Hormonal ImbalanceMenopauseFertilityDigestive IssuesFibroidsWomen's Health

Ingredients

  • Red Raspberry Leaf — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Red Raspberry Leaf into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Red Raspberry Leaf

Full profile
  • Hormone-sensitive conditions (breast/ovarian cancer, endometriosis) — phytoestrogenic activity possible

Pregnancy

Use Caution

One of the most well-known pregnancy herbs — widely used to tone the uterus and prepare for labor, but most midwives recommend waiting until the second or third trimester, since its uterine-toning effect is generally not advised in early pregnancy.

Breastfeeding

Likely Safe

Commonly continued after birth as a nutritive, mineral-rich tea; considered compatible with breastfeeding.

Children

Likely Safe

Sometimes used as a mild nutritive tea for older children; no significant safety concerns at normal amounts.

May affect hormone levels

Watch for: Hormone therapies, oral contraceptives, and tamoxifen or similar medications

Some herbs have mild phytoestrogenic or hormone-modulating activity that can interact with hormonal medications.