Stinging nettle is one of the plants that are wondered and researched among people because its benefits are expressed by experts such as İbrahim Saracoğlu. Nettle, which causes irritation when in contact with the skin, is very healing for health. It is also seen that nettle, which is generally consumed as tea, is made into soup in some regions. Although its homeland is North Asia, nettle, which is grown in our country, is also grown intensively in our country.

Stinging Nettle Benefits

Plants in nature have different effects on human health. Stinging nettle is one of these beneficial plants. Nettle has been used in the treatment of diseases for human health since ancient times. Due to its nettle content, it has antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It also has a pain-relieving effect. For this reason, it has numerous benefits on human health. Here are the benefits of stinging nettle:

• It allows the toxins accumulated in the body to be thrown out.
• It prevents the formation of kidney stones.
• It is good for headache.
• It helps in reducing edema in the body.
• It is effective in regulating and increasing blood circulation.
• It is beneficial for heart health.
• It heals urinary tract infections.
• It is recommended to be consumed by people who have respiratory problems.
• It is recommended to be consumed by people with allergen problems.
• It is good to be used by people with gout.
• People who experience calcification and joint pain can consume it as a tea.
• It is beneficial for men with prostate problems to consume.
• It is good for bone health.
• It has an important place for hair health. It nourishes the hair follicles and allows the scalp to breathe. In this way, the hair grows faster and thicker. It also improves the damaged appearance
• of the hair.
• It has benefits for skin health.
• It can be used to reduce hair loss problems.

Stinging Nettle Harms

Nettle consumption is one of the reliable plants. However, if gloves are not used during collection, skin irritation occurs. In addition, although not common, the harms of stinging nettle include:

• Sweating
• Nausea in stomach
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• The most important thing to pay attention to in the use of nettle is that the fresh nettle does not come into contact with the skin or wounds.