Raspberry

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Raspberry (Medicine)

Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) (/ˈræzˌbɛri/), is a red, edible fruit from the genus Rubus in the rose family.

Etymology

The term "raspberry" originates from the Old English word "raspberie". The specific name idaeus refers to its occurrence on Mount Ida near Troy in northwest Turkey, where the ancient Greeks were most likely the first to cultivate the plant.

Medical Uses

Raspberries have been used in traditional medicine for centuries. They are rich in vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fiber, which are essential for maintaining good health.

The leaves of the raspberry plant are used in herbal medicine to make a tea that is believed to strengthen the uterus during pregnancy, ease labor and delivery, and prevent postpartum hemorrhage.

Raspberry ketones, a natural substance that gives raspberries their powerful aroma, are often used in weight loss supplements. However, the effectiveness of raspberry ketones in weight loss is not well-studied in humans.

Related Terms

  • Rubus: The genus to which raspberries belong.
  • Vitamin C: A vitamin found in high amounts in raspberries.
  • Manganese: A mineral that is present in raspberries.
  • Fiber: Raspberries are a good source of dietary fiber.
  • Herbal Medicine: The use of plants for medicinal purposes.
  • Postpartum Hemorrhage: A condition that raspberry leaf tea is believed to prevent.

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