> Supplement Index > Blackberry / Rubus villosus L. / Cloudberry > Blackberry General Information Blackberry Uses & Scientific Evidence For Blackberry Dosage Information Blackberry Safety & Interaction Information Buy Blackberry Supplements and Products - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Blackberry General Information Since ancient times, Greek physicians prescribed Blackberry for gout, and since the time of Christ, Blackberry leaves were chewed to treat bleeding gums. Traditionally though, the most common uses were for treating diarrhea, sore throats, and wounds. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Blackberry Uses & Scientific Evidence For Blackberry leaves and roots are a long-standing home remedy for cholera, anemia, diarrhea, and dysentery. It can also help regulate menstruation. Extended use of Blackberry tea is beneficial for enteritis, chronic appendicitis, and stomach upset. Blackberry is said to have expectorant properties as well. A tea made from the dried root can be used for dropsy. Externally Blackberry can be used as a lotion for treating psoriasis and scaly conditions of the skin. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Blackberry Dosage Information Blackberry comes is various forms and is an added ingredient in many products. For best results, read and follow product label directions. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Blackberry Safety & Interaction Information There are no known safety issues or interactions associated with Blackberry when taken in the recommended doses; however, the tannins in Blackberry can cause nausea and vomiting in those with sensitive stomachs. For young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver, kidney disease, or gastrointestinal problems, it is best to consult with a physician before using Blackberry for the treatment of your symptoms. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - Buy Blackberry Supplements and Products Below