Nettle: What Do We Really Know?

Szerző: | aug 16, 2026

Nettle is a good example of why saying simply that “a herb has been scientifically proven” can be misleading. The clearest clinical evidence concerns nettle root extracts and urinary symptoms associated with benign prostate enlargement. This does not mean that nettle...

Where Does Nettle Have the Strongest Evidence?

Szerző: | aug 16, 2026

The strongest clinical evidence for nettle concerns urinary symptoms associated with benign enlargement of the prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Importantly, these studies mainly involve nettle root extracts. Clinical research has reported improvements...

What Gives Nettle Its Power?

Szerző: | aug 16, 2026

Stinging nettle contains a surprisingly diverse mixture of natural compounds, and different parts of the plant have different chemical profiles. Extracts made from nettle leaves are particularly rich in polyphenols. Important compounds include chlorogenic,...

Nettle – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Szerző: | aug 15, 2026

Traditional uses in folk medicine: Very important in Romanian spring cuisine: nettle purée (“piure de urzici”) is a traditional seasonal dish. Used as a spring detoxifying remedy and for treating anemia due to its iron content. Nettle tea is used as a diuretic and for...