|
|
Nettle
 The nutrient-rich Stinging Nettle plant has been used as both food and medicine for centuries. The leaf is primarily used however, to support allergy response and as a diuretic to relieve temporary water weight gain and to promote urinary tract health.The leaf of the Nettle plant is a veritable storehouse of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, trace minerals, flavonoids and a host of other nutrients. It is rich in chlorophyll, beta-carotene, magnesium, potassium, calcium, plant-based iron, and more!It's no wonder Nettle’s list of therapeutic benefits fills pages and pages of herbal guides. In addition to alleviating pollen-related concerns, the mineral-rich tonic is hailed as a remarkable blood cleanser and builder, as well as a rejuvenative springtonic. Nettle Leaf also supports healthy kidney function, and even promotes joint comfort and flexibility. COMMON NAMES: Common Nettle, Hsieh-Tzu-Ts'ao, Stinging Nettle.
Common use: Supports the allergy response (teary eyes, runny nose); herbal diuretic; promotes urinary tract health; support kidney and bladder health; herbal tonic; builds healthy blood; used as a blood purifier,
|
|