While raspberries are used in cooking and baking, it can also be used for medicinal purposes. The raspberry can be included in a diet to help complete it and give it added antioxidants. Research has been done on raspberries and has shown that it helps with the bone structure of the human body. It helps prevent and reduce joint inflammation as well as cartilage damage and bone resorption. Raspberries have been used for hundreds of years as an astringent that can be used on the mouth and eyes.The astringent is made from the leaves and the fruit of the plant. A concoction of raspberry leaves can be made and ingested internally to help relieve diarrhea. Since raspberries feature anti-inflammatory properties, it is becoming a much more common product found in cosmetics and skin care. This plant should not be used medicinally during the first and second trimester of pregnancy since it is known to induce labor.