California GOP congressman's wife died after ingesting herbal diet remedy 'white mulberry leaf': report
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Lori McClintock, wife of U.S. Rep. Tom McClintock, R-Calif., died in December from dehydration and inflamed stomach and intestines after ingesting white mulberry leaf, a coroner report says.
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The coroner’s report ruled the death an accident and said a "partially intact" white mulberry leaf was found in Lori McClintock’s stomach, though it was not clear if she consumed the herbs via a dietary supplement, by ingesting fresh or dried leaves, or by drinking them in a tea.
According to Healthline, white mulberry leaf, especially rich in Vitamin C and iron, has been long used in natural medicine to treat various ailments, and some studies suggest it may block cancer cell growth and help regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Healthline warned of possible allergic reactions.