Health Hack Questions

For: Long labor
Expected Outcomes: Shorter labor, easier delivery
Results: Second stage of labor was 9.6 minutes shorter on average, reduced need for forceps by 11.1%
How it Works: Raspberry leaf tea is believed to tone the uterine muscles, potentially leading to more effective contractions during labor.
Dosage: 2.4 grams per day (2-4 cups of tea, depending on strength)

For: Long labor
Expected Outcomes: Shorter labor, easier delivery
Results: First stage cervical dilation was 3.5 cm vs. 2 cm in the non-date group; spontaneous labor in 96% of date consumers vs. 79% in non-date group, duration of first stage was 8.5 hours vs. 15 hours, 25% more intact membranes
How it Works: chemical binding that effects oxytocin receptors, leading to more effective contractions
Dosage: 4 dates per day (about 70 grams)