Nettle

Nettle

Nettle, or Urtica dioica, is a common nettle known for its stinging leaves.

What minerals are in nettles?

Nettle has a rich source of the Minerals; Iron, Copper, Calcium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium and Manganese.

Is there vitamin D in nettles?

Yes! Along with Vitamin D, nettles offer a rich source of the Vitamins; A, B, C & K.

What does nettle do for the body?

Ancient history tells us that nettle was once used to treat a huge range of ailments from internal bleeding to Constipation. These days, nettle can be found in Supplements as well as Herbal Teas and is known to have diuretic and astringent properties increasing healthy production of urine.

Does nettle tea help arthritis?

A nettle tea product, such as Heath & Heather Organic Nettle Tea 20 Bags or Floradix Organic Nettle Herbal Tea 15 Bags may assist in alleviating osteoarthritic pain, if you believe the claims of the The Arthritis Foundation, who suggest the regular consumption of nettle tea could reduce the pain & Inflammation and associated with osteoarthritis.