Nettle Stinging : Root - Urtica dioica

Nettle Stinging : Root - Urtica dioica

Traditional uses:

The key action is cleansing and detoxifying, but are one of the most widely applicable plants we have.  It strengthens and supports the whole body.  Specifically in childhood eczema and nervous eczema.  Essential for gout and arteritis, poor kidney function and fluid retention.  

Eases hay fever, asthma, eczema and allergic disorders.  Threats anemia and sciatica.  Reduces mucus in lungs and bronchial catarrh (inflammation of mucous membranes in airways of cavities of the body).  

Reduce and enlarged and painful prostate. For internal hemorrhage, dysentery, jaundice and infertility.  

Makes a great tonic after the winter a it is on of the best sources of minerals. 

Nettle root has been used in early stages of benign prostatic hyperplasia.  It improves urine flow, reduce urinary frequency and nocturia (frequent urination at night)  and decreases the volume of residual urine.

Directions to use:

The usually daily dosage is 4g - 6g.  Boil 3-4 teaspoons of dried root in 250ml water for 10 minutes, and the strain. Nettle powder can be added to hot of cold water, juice or smoothies for an added nutritional boost.  It can be added to hot water and steeped to make tea.

Safety precautions:

Fresh nettle root causes urticaria if applied tropically.  Internal use may theoretically decrease the efficiency of anticoagulant drugs.  Do not use if pregnant or lactating.  Consult a medical practitioner before use.