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Tuesday, 29 May 2012

Blackberry (Dewberry, European Blackberry, Rubus fructicosus)



Uses:-
Common names:
Dewberry, European Blackberry
Botanical names:
Rubus fructicosus

Parts Used & Where Grown

Blackberries grow in wet areas across the United States and Europe. A few species of blackberry exist: Rubus fructicosus is the most common European species and Rubus canadensis is a common North American species. While the leaves are used most frequently for medicinal preparations, the root is sometimes used as well.


How It Works:-

Common names:
Dewberry, European Blackberry
Botanical names:
Rubus fructicosus

How It Works

The presence of large amounts of tannins give blackberry leaves and roots an astringent effect that may be useful for treating diarrhoea.6 These same constituents may also be helpful for soothing sore throats.

How to Use It

The German Commission E monograph recommends 4.5 grams of blackberry leaf per day.7 Blackberry tea is prepared by adding 1.5 grams of leaves or powdered root to 250 ml of boiling water and allowing it to steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Three portions per day should be drunk. Alternatively, one may use 3–4 ml of tincture three times each day.




Interactions:-
Common names:
Dewberry, European Blackberry
Botanical names:
Rubus fructicosus

Interactions with Supplements, Foods, & Other Compounds

At the time of writing, there were no well-known supplement or food interactions with this supplement.


Side Effects:-
Common names:
Dewberry, European Blackberry
Botanical names:
Rubus fructicosus

Side Effects

Tannins can cause nausea and even vomiting in people with sensitive stomachs. People with chronic gastro-intestinal problems might be particularly at risk for such reactions. Taking blackberry leaf or root preparations with food may reduce risk of gastro-intestinal problems in some people.


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