Nettle is one of my favourite herbs and an incredibly nourishing tonic. It has a wonderful earthy flavour and supports the body’s response to stress. There’s nothing this herb doesn’t do. It’s commonly used to stimulate hair growth and promote clear, healthy skin. If you suffer from any skin issue, I can’t recommend this herb enough. I’ve witnessed rashes, spots and redness completely disappear.

Of all the things I’ve studied in the past several years, herbalism has been of the most interesting areas of health I’ve explored. And I’ve only scratched the surface. Plants possess an intelligence far beyond human comprehension, and as I experiment with a variety of herbal remedies, I’m always amazed at how supportive, nourishing and healing they are.

Benefits

Spiritual

Clears auras and energetic pathways, cuts loose old patterns

Medicinal

Nourish and rinse with nettle for thicker, stronger, longer, and darker hair.
Strengthens nails
Restores and supports adrenals, kidneys, sleep, thyroid, digestive, hormonal and circulatory system
Nourishes and support clear, healthy skin, fights acne, rashes and eczema
Helps stabilize blood sugar
Reduces fatigue and exhaustion
Reduces allergy symptoms
Strong immune booster
Anti-inflammatory
Beneficial in preventing sore throats, sinus infections and chronic headaches
Helps prevent UTI’s, bladder and kidney stones
Cooled, can be used as a mouth rinse to prevent plaque buildup and gingivitis
Removes fungal, and bacterial infections of scalp, nails, and skin
Great first aid for cuts, minor wounds, boils, infected splinters, burns, corns, heat rash

Nutritional

Wonderful source of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
High in calcium, magnesium, chlorophyll, chromium, cobalt, iron, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, copper, and sulphur, all the B vitamins, vitamin A, niacin, protein, manganese, selenium, silicon, tin, vitamin C, D and K.

Women’s Health

Great for women who experience exhaustion (nettle builds energy), night sweats, anemia, profuse menstrual flow, and menstrual cramps

Breasts

Encourages and nourishes good flow of blood, lymph and energy through the breasts.
Helps breast tissue lose excess fluids.
Strengthens the immune system.
Helps calm feelings of panic and powerlessness.
Has life enhancing and life extending benefits.
New research shows promising results of nettles for breast cancer and tumors. Watch Video #2 to find out more.

Uses

Consume it as an infusion, tincture or whole food
It can also be used as a hair rinse once a week
Add it to soups, salads, fermented dishes, pesto, etc…

Nettle Leaf Infusion Recipe

Serving : 2-4 cups a day

Add 4 heaping tbsps to a 1L or quart canning (mason) jar
1. Fill with boiling water
2. Place lid and steep for 4hrs or overnight
3. Strain and keep the infusion in the fridge for up to 48 hours. Afterwards the fermentation process will kick in and you’ll get a funny taste.
4. Can be consumed hot, cold or room temperature.
5. You can consume nettle on it’s own or infuse it with other herbs such as dandelion, violet, oatstraw, or red clover.
6. Tip: Make it before going to bed and it’ll be ready for you in the morning.

Experiencing the healing effects of nettle really opened my eyes to the magic of herbs. And as with anything, if you’re not seeing results at first, stick with it. Stick with any herb for at least 30 days to start noticing improvements.

Stay tuned to the Herbal Series. I’ll share with you herbs that support not only women’s health but have an affinity for breast tissue.

Caveat

If you’re on any medication, make sure to check with your health care before consuming any herbs. Many herbs can interfere with medications.