Raspberry Leaf - Rubus Idaeus L # Herba Organica # Red Raspberry, European Raspberry (50g)

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When you’re inhaling smoke, no matter the source, your lungs are exposed to carcinogenic compounds. Because hand-rolled herbal cigarettes are nicotine free and used therapeutically (and therefore infrequently), the risk of the herbal cigarettes becoming habit-forming are practically non-existent. Pleasant flavor: Red raspberry leaves have a mild, tasty flavor, which makes them enjoyable in teas, tisanes, and smoking blends. Raspberries can be harvested when red, juicy, and plump. They don’t store well, so freeze any that you don’t plan to eat within a few days. Eagon PK, Elm MS, Hunter DS, et al. Medicinal herbs: modulation of estrogen action. Era of Hope Mtg, Dept Defense; Breast Cancer Res Prog, Atlanta, GA 2000;Jun 8-11. Heart Health : Improve heart health by improving cholesterol levels, thus reducing high blood pressure. 11) ”The Various Health Benefits of Red Raspberry Leaf Tea.” Mercola.com. Accessed March 02, 2019. https://articles.mercola.com/teas/red-raspberry-leaf-tea.aspx.

Plant Preparations: Herbal infusion, tea, food (fresh, juice, dried), tincture, pills, herbal vinegar Baı̈racli-Levy, Juliette De. The Complete Herbal Handbook for Farm and Stable. London: Faber, 1991. Kowalczyk, E., Krzesinski, P., Fijalkowski, P., Blaszczyk, J., and Kowalski, J. [The use of anthocyanins in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases]. Pol.Merkuriusz.Lek. 2005;19(109):108-110. View abstract. A small 2015 study found that red raspberry leaf extract helped reduce pain symptoms and ulcers by the end of the trial. Additionally, oral symptoms improved, and the researchers did not observe any adverse effects. This suggests that red raspberry leaf may be beneficial in treating symptoms of oral lichen planus. Other benefitsIn contrast, the raspberry plant itself produces small white or light pink flowers, which later turn into the well-known and widely-consumed raspberry fruits. The raspberry bushes have woody stems, known as canes, which support the growth of these distinct leaves. How has Red raspberry leaves been used historically? Mugwort has traditionally been smoked for its mild hallucinogenic properties during ceremonies and prayer. When mugwort is smoked it helps relax the body and induce a calm mood; it’s also said to improve dream recollection when taken before sleep. In many cultures, raspberry leaves were traditionally smoked during pregnancy and menstruation. They are a very strong uterine tonic, helping to balance the hormonal environment and alleviate discomfort during these times. They are also known to boost milk production in lactating women and are a natural aphrodisiac. In addition to being a uterine tonic, raspberry leaf is also used as a digestive stimulant. The herbs are a rich source of vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin A, C, E, and K and are full of antioxidants that can help protect against disease. Coltsfoot is another lung-supporting herb that acts as an expectorant, meaning it may help clear mucus from the body. It’s also a mild herb with a neutral flavor, but it can produce a harsh smoke output when used in large quantities, so it’s best when used as a small part of an herbal blend instead of as a base. Rosemary

This herb produces a light smoke with an earthy, sweet flavor and makes a good base for herbal blends. St. John's Wort The entire raspberry plant was used by Natives of the Americas to treat a number of illnesses. Raspberry roots, leaves and bark were all used to treat different ailments of the digestive and intestinal tracts. Roots were used to treat diarrhea while raspberry leaf tea was used as a diuretic and to calm nausea and vomiting. 1 Morimoto C, Satoh Y, Hara M, et al. Anti-obese action of raspberry ketone. Life Sci 2005;77:194-204. . View abstract.

Benefits of Red Raspberry Leaves

Ryan, T., Wilkinson, J. M., and Cavanagh, H. M. Antibacterial activity of raspberry cordial in vitro. Res.Vet.Sci. 2001;71(3):155-159. View abstract. Cheang, K. I., et al. (2016). Raspberry leaf and hypoglycemia in gestational diabetes mellitus [Abstract]. Mullein, also called a velvet or wooly plant, was first brought over to North America by early European settlers. Mullein is an expectorant, which means it breaks down phlegm in the lungs and induces productive coughing. Skullcap is technically a member of the mint family, but it's not minty at all. It has a bitter, earthy taste that's great for adding depth to smoking blends. How to Blend Smoking Herbs Drinking raspberry tea is also very useful for those who want to tighten the skin. The content of vitamin A and C in the raspberry leaves can help regeneration of skin cells, so the skin become firmer and healthier. This tea is also beneficial to overcome the irritation and inflammation of the skin.