Nettle is a staple in herbal medicine, dating back to ancient times in Egypt and Greece. Nettle may reduce inflammation, support wound health, relieve allergy discomfort, and support healthy blood sugar levels. Nettle is commonly found in teas, extracts, oils, or tinctures.

You might need nettle if . . .

• You have soreness and stiffness
• You are dealing with allergies
• You want to encourage healthy blood sugar levels
• You want to add vitamins and minerals to your diet

Benefits of Nettle

• Anti-inflammatory
• Helps support the body's natural response to allergens
• Supports healthy blood sugar levels
• Rich in nutrients

Common Ways to Use Nettle

Nettle is commonly found in teas, extracts, oils, or tinctures.

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Safety Concerns

You have to be very careful handling fresh Nettles, but once dried or taken as a tincture, they are incredibly safe to use, even in high or frequent doses.

Drug Interaction: If you have any health concerns or are taking any prescription medication, please consult with your health care provider before adding new herbs to your diet.

Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: There are no known contraindications for breastfeeding and pregnancy.

Select Studies About Nettle

Ex-vivo in-vitro inhibition of lipopolysaccharide stimulated tumor necrosis factor-alpha and interleukin-1 beta secretion in human whole blood by extractum urticae dioicae foliorum - PubMed (nih.gov)

Nettle is good for the blood in humans, positive effects of this extract in the treatment of rheumatic diseases.

Insulin mimetics in Urtica dioica: structural and computational analyses of Urtica dioica extracts - PubMed (nih.gov)

Nettle can mimic insulin when it comes to regulating blood sugar.

Nettle extract (Urtica dioica) affects key receptors and enzymes associated with allergic rhinitis - PubMed (nih.gov)

Nettle can help relieve effects of allergies. It helps to relieve inflammation in the nasal passages making it easier to breathe.