Nettle – Diuretic and Detoxifying – Monastic Recipes

Description

Nettle has been known since ancient times for its therapeutic properties. Its leaves can be used in salads, vegetable soups, green pies, and drinks, offering multiple benefits for the body.

Nettle has astringent, diuretic, and tonic properties. It cleanses the body from toxins and regulates red blood cells and blood clotting substances.

It is rich in calcium, which benefits the bones, as well as potassium, contributing to healthy blood pressure and heart health.

It is high in vitamin C, which boosts the body’s immune defenses and aids in the better absorption of iron, which it also contains. For this reason, 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 vitamins, which are beneficial for the nervous system.

It has strong antioxidant properties, which help combat free radicals and prevent premature aging of the body.

It has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-rheumatic effects. It soothes inflammation and fights bacteria.

Especially for women, nettle is one of the best natural remedies for dealing with gynecological diseases or issues (from menstruation to postnatal bleeding).

During pregnancy, nettle protects against bleeding and strengthens the fetus. In breastfeeding mothers, it promotes milk production.

Because it is highly diuretic and helps stimulate the kidneys, it supports stressed kidneys during pregnancy.

How to use it

The leaves are used as a diuretic, for the treatment of arthritis, rheumatism, prostatitis, high blood pressure, and allergic rhinitis, while they are particularly effective in treating cough.

Nettle tea helps those with bleeding, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, high uric acid, and eczema.

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

Nettle Tea

1 liter of water 2 tablespoons of dried nettle Juice of a fresh lemon 1 teaspoon of honey (optional)

Instructions: Boil the water and add the nettle. Cover it and let it steep for 15 minutes. Add fresh lemon juice and honey. Consume the tea hot or cold.

Net weight 30g