Natures Aid Raspberry Leaf, High Potency, Equivalent to 750 mg Dried Raspberry Leaf, Vegan, 60 Tablets

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Improved uterine health. The tea is thought to increase blood flow to the uterus and strengthen uterine muscle fibers. This may help improve the effectiveness of contractions during labor. To help support bitches who experience phantom pregnancies, use from the first sign of her coming into season and continue for 12 weeks (which is when she would have whelped had she been mated). Ensure you continue in this way for every season, unless she is mated. While we recommend using Raspberry Leaf Tablets from the first day of your dog’s season, they can still be useful if your bitch is already showing signs of a phantom pregnancy. How does raspberry leaf work?

Ginseng (Panax) is often used for its calming effects. Despite widespread use, there is little safety information. In traditional Chinese medicine, ginseng is contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women except for treating specific conditions. False, pseudo or phantom pregnancies can affect un-neutered bitches due to individual response to normal hormonal changes associated with her season. They usually start after the first or second season and unfortunately, if your dog has a tendency to these, she`s likely to suffer season after season with symptoms of increasing severity. These symptoms range from mild unsettled behaviour to more extreme nesting habits such as carrying toys, looking for pups and depression. Physical changes can also occur, including a change in body shape, enlarged teats and even milk production. Raspberry leaf tea is generally considered to be safe to drink in pregnancy. However, it is always a good idea to discuss it with your midwife before starting. There are a couple of things that you should be aware of before adding raspberry leaf tea to your diet.Whilst raspberry leaf tea is most widely known for the benefits that is offered to a woman during pregnancy; it is also believed to be beneficial to those women trying to conceive. Raspberry leaf tea is also thought to help the womb muscle tone up. There is some evidence that, by getting really toned up and ready for action in this way, a woman is less likely to go past 41 weeks of pregnancy. So although the tea doesn't really start labour, it might help push your body in the right direction by getting the womb fit and strong.” Benefits of raspberry leaf tea Red raspberry leaf is a rich source of vitamins and minerals. However, what makes red raspberry leaf so potent can also create complications for people with certain medical conditions.

Raspberry leaf tea can be enjoyed at any time in your cycle, but especially in the days leading up to and during your period.This way it can help to relieve some PMS symptoms, such as cramping. It can also help combat the iron lost from bleeding. Raspberry leaf tea made from the dried raspberry leaves and boiling water is thought to be more effective than the capsules. There are lots of different brands around, it doesn’t have to be organic and the most expensive, look at the ingredients and make sure it is made from the raspberry leaf herbal tea rather than raspberry fruit tea. I really like this one from Hottea Mama, it is a mix of raspberry leaf and peppermint herb infusion for a different taste. If you’re buying loose-leaf raspberry leaf tea, you will need to be careful with your measurements and make a pot of tea or use an infuser.

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The effects of red raspberry leaf tea on someone who is pregnant or breast-feeding are inconclusive. Since many studies were conducted using animals, additional research to understand the effects on humans is required. If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding a baby, it is best to discuss any potential risks with your healthcare provider.