Description

STINGING NETTLE Urtica dioica

Parts used: Leaves

The plant is harvested in May and June before flowering when the stinging hairs are rich in histamine and serotonin. Leaves are used fresh or dried to make infusions while roots may be dried and powdered for capsules or used fresh.

Constituents

The leaves contain both iron and vitamin C – which aids iron absorption They also contain other minerals, especially calcium, potassium and silicic acid, as well as phenols and flavonoids. The roots are rich in poly-saccharides, lecitin, several phenolic compounds and sterols.

Medical uses

Nettle, was an old remedy for many ailments.

Nettle stimulates the lymph system to boost immunity, nettle relieves arthritis symptoms, nettle promotes a release from uric acid from joints, helps to support the adrenals, it helps with diabetes mellitus, promotes milk production in lactating women, relieves menopausal symptoms, helps with menstrual cramps and bloating, helps break down kidney stones, supports the kidneys, Helps asthma sufferers, stops bleeding, reduces inflammation, reduces incident of prostate cancer, minimizes skin problems, Lessens nausea, cures the common cold, helps with osteoarthritis, alleviates diarrhea, helps with gastrointestinal disease, IBS, and constipation, Reduces gingivitis and prevents plaque when used as a mouth wash, has been shown to be helpful to in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, relieves neurological disorders like MS, ALS and sciatica, destroys intestinal worms or parasites

You can brew stinging nettle leaves in almost boiling water and drink daily as a curative to all these ailments. Just be sure to check with your doctor since nettle can interfere with certain pharmaceuticals.

CAUTIONS:

-if taken over a long period, nettle leaves can cause skin rashes

-may cause gastric inflammation

-do not self-prescribe for prostate problems – seek for medical advice

-do not use if taking medication to treat diabetes, high or low blood pressure, or to depress the central nervous system

-do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding

We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications

For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease