American Red Raspberry
Rubus idaeus
Rubus idaeus, commonly known as red raspberry, is a traditional plant used in various culinary and folk medicine practices. While its specific traditional uses are not well-documented, it has been utilized in some cultures for its purported health benefits. Scientific evidence suggests that exogenous melatonin treatment can improve drought tolerance in red raspberries at the squaring stage, particularly at 150 μmol L⁻¹. Additionally, a mutant raspberry ketone synthase (M3) showed enhanced activity and thermostability compared to wild-type plants. Raspberry aqueous extracts have shown promise in improving symptoms of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), or more specifically, metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) in mice by regulating gut microbiota and purine metabolism, with key roles played by Ileibacterium and inosine. The GLV profiles of raspberries and other Rosaceae berries vary at different ripening stages and tissues. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for red raspberry to date.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Exogenous melatonin treatment improved drought tolerance in red raspberry at the squaring stage, particularly at 150 μmol L⁻¹.
- A mutant Rubus idaeus raspberry ketone synthase (M3) showed significantly enhanced activity and thermostability compared to the wild type.
- Raspberry aqueous extract improved MAFLD symptoms in mice by regulating gut microbiota and purine metabolism, with Ileibacterium and inosine playing key roles.
- The study found that green leaf volatile profiles varied between ripening stages and berry tissues in Rubus idaeus and other Rosaceae berries.
- Transgenic tomato fruits expressed enzymes from raspberry and produced raspberry ketone glycosides, with highest levels in the peel.
Frequently asked questions
What is American Red Raspberry?
American Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about American Red Raspberry?
5 sourced findings are recorded for American Red Raspberry; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Exogenous melatonin treatment improved drought tolerance in red raspberry at the squaring stage, particularly at 150 μmol L⁻¹.
How strong is the evidence for American Red Raspberry?
The strongest finding for American Red Raspberry carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is American Red Raspberry safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for American Red Raspberry in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does American Red Raspberry interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for American Red Raspberry in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of American Red Raspberry?
American Red Raspberry is also known as: Малина обыкновенная, framboisier.
Is American Red Raspberry a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Raspberry aqueous extract ameliorates MAFLD in mice by regulating gut microbiota and purine metabolism. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Computational and deep-learning-guided design of raspberry ketone synthase towards concurrent gains in activity and thermostability. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrated transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses reveal melatonin-mediated drought response in red raspberry at the squaring stage. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Metabolic engineering of tomato fruits for production of raspberry ketone glycosides. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Green Leaf Volatile Profiling Reveals Ripening-Stage- and Tissue-Specific Patterns in Rosaceae Berries. literature abstract metadata