Blackberry Leaf
Blackberry leaf is an astringent leaf tea traditionally used to support digestion, especially when stools are loose. Its tannins can help ‘tighten’ and soothe tissues. It’s also used as a gargle for mouth and throat comfort.
Key Benefits
- Astringent support for occasional loose stools (traditional use)
- Supports mouth and throat comfort as a gargle or rinse
- Gentle digestive support tea when the gut feels unsettled
- Provides plant polyphenols through tea use
Common Issues It May Help With
- Occasional diarrhea
- Unsettled stomach
- Sore throat (gargle)
- Mouth irritation (rinse)
How To Use (Simple)
- Tea: steep 1–2 tsp dried leaf in hot water for 10–15 minutes
- drink 1–2 cups/day short-term. Gargle: make a strong tea, cool to warm, gargle and spit.
Taste / Notes
Mildly bitter, earthy, drying/astringent.
Evidence Level
Traditional use is strong for astringent support; clinical evidence is limited but the mechanism (tannins) is well understood.
Cautions
Tannins can irritate sensitive stomachs and may reduce absorption of some nutrients/meds if taken at the same time. Avoid long-term heavy use. If diarrhea is severe, bloody, or lasts more than 2–3 days, seek medical care.
Interactions
May reduce absorption of oral medications due to tannins—separate by 2 hours If taking iron supplements, separate timing (tannins can reduce absorption) No major drug interactions at typical tea use levels
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