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Nettle (Urtica dioica)

This is the stinging Nettle that farmers despise, hikers hate, and children learn to deplore. But herbalists around the work fall at the feet of this “green goddess”.

For many, like me, it is a favorite. What is so special about this prickly plant? It is a vitamin supplement better than most vitamin pills you can buy. RIch in iron, calcium, potassium, silicon, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and chromium, as well as a host of other vitamins and minerals. Nettle activates metabolism by strengthening and toning the entire system. It is a wonderful tonic for the endocrine and reproductive systems.

Nettles are indicated for liver problems, allergies and hay fever. Because of the high calcium content, it is calming and soothing to the nervous system.

Fabulous as a tea, and also sometimes prepared as a tincture or in capsule form. Try steaming it as a green and use as a replacement in your pestos or spanakopita! Pickled nettles are also a favorite.

If you have a good stand of Nettles nearby, it is good practice to trim them constantly throughout the season and they will continue to produce those tasty tops until fall!
In good health,
Rosemary



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