Description
Stinging Nettle Herb
(Urtica dioica)
Uses
Enjoy hot
Mild leafy flavour
To make:
1 – 3 tsp Stinging nettle leaves to 1 cup boiling water and steep for 10 – 15 minutes, use a tea strainer or tea egg. Drink 3 times a day.
Add a spoon of raw honey if desired
Quick Facts
Ingredients: Stinging nettle leaves
Health Benefits
Stinging nettle leaves are rich in nutrients including Vit A, C and K. They also contain iron, calcium and magnesium. Histamine, formic acid, chlorophyll, glucoqunine, flavonoids and silicic acid are also present.
Studies suggest these Potential Health Benefits. Please read up for more information.
- Blood sugar control
- Detox via diuretic effects, stimulating liver and kidney function
- Anti-inflammatory
- Good source of vitamins and minerals
- Hay fever
- Astringent
- Haemostatic – aids blood clotting
- Tonic
- Prostate health
