Nettle, common or stinging nettle , stinger, ( urtica dioica ). ID: 44-41

It grows in temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

There are more than 500 species all over the world, but in Greece it thrives especially due to the climate and the flora of our country.

The whole plant is covered with glandular hairs which on contact with the skin cause itchy stinging and redness due to a poisonous liquid, contained in the fine needles of the plant, which contains formic acid, acetylcholine and acetylcholine.

Hippocrates (460-377 BC) was the first to classify nettle among the plants "panacea" (they make it for multiple uses) and recommended the nettle for the treatment of 61 diseases.

The Greek physician Galinos in his book "De Simplicibus Medicamentis ad Paternainum (espurio)" recommended nettle as a diuretic, laxative and for the treatment of dog bites, gangrene, edema, nosebleeds, excessive urination, for diseases related to the spleen, pleurisy, pneumonia, asthma, mouth ulcers and in the treatment of hair growth.

Contains vitamins, chlorophyll, nitrogen, iron and other important trace elements.

Nettle leaves can be used in food, salads, greens, soups, pies, beverages.

Therapeutic:

It is rich in calcium that benefits bones, but also potassium, contributing to good blood pressure and heart health

It has a high content of vitamin C, which strengthens the body's defenses and helps to better absorb iron, which it also contains, which is why it is recommended in cases of iron deficiency anemia.

It is high in vitamin K, which plays an important role in blood clotting, and B-complex vitamins that are good for the nervous system.

It has a strong antioxidant effect, so it fights free radicals and prevents premature aging of the body.

It has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic action. Soothes inflammation and fights germs.

Nettle has astringent, diuretic and tonic properties, cleanses the body of toxins, controls bleeding, increases hemoglobin, controls red blood cells and blood clots.

Nettle is one of the best natural remedies for gynecological diseases or problems (from menstruation to postpartum hemorrhage).

During pregnancy the nettle protects against bleeding and strengthens the fetus. Promotes milk production in breastfeeding mothers.

It is also very diuretic and helps to stimulate the kidneys and therefore helps the tired kidneys during pregnancy. /p>

The leaves are used as a diuretic to treat arthritis, rheumatism, prostatitis, high blood pressure and allergic rhinitis, and are particularly effective in treating cough.

Nettle drink helps anyone who has bleeding, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, high uric acid, eczema.

For external use it is one of the best herbs for treating oily hair and dandruff.

Infusion: Diuretic, dissolves uric acid, nephritis, cystitis, gallstones. Hemostatic, bleeding, nosebleeds, hemoptysis, tuberculosis, uterine bleeding, hematuria, hemophilia. gout and eczema. Hair root strengthening and dandruff.

Cream ointment: For small cuts and abrasions, skin rashes, eczema and hemorrhoids.

Compresses: For pain relief from arthritis, gout, neuralgia, sprains, tendonitis and sciatica.

Tincture : For benign prostatic hypertrophy.

Action : Astringent, diuretic, tonic, nourishing, hemostatic, stimulates circulation, Gogo milk, hypotensive, antiscorbutic, antihistamine.

Basic Ingredients : Amines (histamine, acetylcholine, choline, serotonin), Flavonoids, formic acid, glucokinones, trace elements (Silicon and iron), vitamins A, B, C, Tannins.

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How to use: Juice, infusion, Cream - ointment, fresh leaves and not applicable, compresses, tincture.

Liquid distillate: To strengthen the immune system during cancer treatment, postoperatively and during radiotherapy.

Side effects:

Pregnant women, people with diabetes, kidney disease or urological problems, people taking anticoagulants, anti-platelet and diuretics as well as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take nettle as a supplement without the consent of their doctor. their.