Raspberry leaf for childbirth, highlighting the lack of robust evidence on its effects, safety, and efficacy during pregnancy, emphasizing the need for more comprehensive research.

2021 BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies Biophysical effects, safety and efficacy of raspberry leaf use in pregnancy: a systematic integrative review Bowman R, Taylor J, Muggleton S, Davis D

Systematic Review Labour Induction Raspberry Leaf

This study aims to assess the evidence regarding the effects, safety, and efficacy of raspberry leaf in pregnancy-related contexts. The systematic integrative review analyzes 13 studies, spanning animal and human research, showcasing raspberry leaf's biophysical impact on uterine muscle. While evidence is limited, human studies indicate no significant harm or benefit, though one suggests a potential reduction in second stage labor duration and labor augmentation. Further research is warranted to better understand raspberry leaf's effectiveness in pregnancy.

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