Nettle Leaf

Nettle or stinging nettle has a scientific name Urtica dioica. Different parts of the plants such as leaves, stem, or root from the nettle plant can be crushed and used into powders, tinctures, creams and teas. People have widely used nettle for centuries as a herbal medicine. Contemporary scientific research supports the potential health benefits of this plant. Nettle I known to reduce inflammation, treat hay fever, lower blood pressure, help control blood sugar.