Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Raspberry, specifically the leaves of the red raspberry plant (Rubus idaeus), has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly for oral health and the support of gum tissue. Folk medicine practitioners have recommended raspberry leaf infusions or mouth rinses for soothing sore gums, mouth ulcers, and minor oral inflammations. The astringent properties of raspberry leaves, attributed to their tannin content, are believed to help tighten and tone gum tissue and reduce minor bleeding or swelling. Despite this historical use, there is a lack of rigorous scientific studies directly validating the efficacy of raspberry or raspberry leaf preparations in supporting gum health. Most available information remains anecdotal or based on traditional herbal texts. While raspberry fruit is best known for its antioxidant and polyphenol content, which may contribute generally to oral health, there is no strong clinical evidence to suggest that consuming raspberry fruit or leaf directly improves gum health in humans. Thus, the use of raspberry for gum support is primarily justified by tradition rather than by scientific validation.

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