Ionic compounds. Ionic bonds form when a metal reacts with a non-metal. Metals form positive ions; non-metals form negative ions. Ionic bonds are the electrostatic [electrostatic: An electrostatic force is generated by differences in electric charge (ie positive and negative) between two particles.
Red raspberry leaf tea is also used for painful menstrual cramps, as well as heavy periods. The chemicals in the red raspberry leaf help relax blood vessels and cause muscles to relax or contract.
Relieves Menstrual Problems. In the traditional Chinese medicine ginger tea (and some brown sugar added) is used to relieve menstrual cramps. Women who often experience severe menstrual cramps should apply some warm ginger tea compresses. Soak a small towel in some hot ginger tea and place it on the stomach.