{"product_id":"nettle-root","title":"Nettle Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a nettle root?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs far back as Ancient Greece, stinging nettle, also known as urtica dioica, is a perennially blooming plant that has long been used medicinally. Despite its origins in the colder regions of Europe and Asia, stinging nettle now thrives globally. The plant typically reaches a height of two to four feet and flowers from June through September. It has pink or yellow blooms and has heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in soil that is high in nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Department of Dermatology at the Penn State University College of Medicine states that stinging nettle has several beneficial health effects when it is processed and used medicinally. The plant is most known for the stinging reaction that happens when the skin comes into contact with the fine stinging hairs, also known as trichomes, located on its leaves and stems. Homeopathy also makes use of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost goods use the stem and leaves of stinging nettle, but the roots also have medicinal properties. The plant's anti-inflammatory properties could potentially impact the treatment of various medical conditions. Traditionally, the aboveground portions have helped with respiratory issues such as allergies. The roots might be able to treat both enlarged prostates and urinary issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use nettle root?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may get tinctures, lotions, pills, and dried or freeze-dried leaves. Ointments made from stinging nettles are often used to reduce osteoarthritis symptoms. You can cook the leaves, stem, and roots and use them in soups, stews, smoothies, and stir-fries. The dried leaves and blooms can be steeped to produce a delightful herbal tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNettle root benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epromotes bone and skin health. Stinging nettle's antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial qualities can cure acne and other skin issues (Gupta, 2021). Amino acids, proteins, flavonoids, and minerals that help develop strong bones—such as iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and zinc—are abundant in stinging nettles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eMay Reduce Inflammation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your body uses inflammation as a defensive mechanism against infections and to mend itself. On the other hand, persistent inflammation might cause serious damage. Numerous substances found in stinging nettles may lessen inflammation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStinging nettle inhibited the formation of many inflammatory indicators, lowering levels of those markers in experiments conducted on animals and in test tubes. Applying stinging nettle cream or eating stinging nettle products seems to help reduce inflammatory disorders like arthritis in human trials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, compared to placebo therapy, stinging nettle cream applied to arthritis-affected regions dramatically decreased pain in a trial involving 27 participants. In another trial, consuming a stinging nettle extract pill greatly reduced arthritic pain. Furthermore, participants thought that this pill allowed them to cut down on their anti-inflammatory pain medication dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the use of stinging nettle as an anti-inflammatory has not received enough research support. Further research involving humans is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eMay Treat Enlarged Prostate Symptoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prostatic enlargement affects up to 50% of men who are 51 years of age or older. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the term used to describe an enlarged prostate (BPH). Although the exact etiology of BPH is unknown, it may cause severe pain when urinating. Remarkably, some research indicates stinging nettles may be beneficial in the treatment of BPH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies on animals suggest that this potent herb could prevent the conversion of testosterone into the more potent form, dihydrotestosterone. This process may lead to a reduction in prostate size. Research on BPH patients shows that stinging nettle extracts may effectively cure both acute and chronic urine issues without causing negative side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eMay Treat Hay Fever:\u003c\/strong\u003e An allergy that causes inflammation in the nasal lining is called hay fever. Considered a potential natural remedy for hay fever is stinging nettle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest tubes have shown that stinging nettle extracts reduce inflammation, a known cause of seasonal allergies. The process involves preventing immune cells from producing substances that cause allergic symptoms and inhibiting histamine receptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman studies reveal that stinging nettle is just as effective as a placebo, if not slightly more so, in treating hay fever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eMay Lower Blood Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the US, high blood pressure affects about half of adult citizens. Because heart disease and strokes are two of the world's top causes of death, having high blood pressure puts you at risk for these conditions, which are severe health concerns. High blood pressure was historically treated with stinging nettles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies on animals and in test tubes show that it may reduce blood pressure in several ways. It might, for starters, increase the synthesis of nitric oxide, a vasodilator. Vasodilators help your blood vessels expand by relaxing the muscles that surround them. Furthermore, substances found in stinging nettles may function as calcium channel blockers, which calm your heart by lessening the power of its spasms. Animal experiments have demonstrated that stinging nettle enhances the heart's antioxidant defenses and lowers blood pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNettle root information (at a glance):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eNettle Root\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eUrtica dioica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eIt is native to Europe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eIngredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eNettle Root.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eAroma: A slightly minty, herbaceous flavor and aroma. Taste: spinach, but a bit punchier.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eShelf Life \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eShelf Life is about 06 - 24 months. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and prevent sunlight exposure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eWe requested you, Before consuming \u003cstrong\u003espices\u003c\/strong\u003e, herbs, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/teas-store\" title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\"\u003eteas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e or any kind of natural products you consult an expert qualified healthcare practitioner or herbalist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eNote \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eThis product information has not been appraised by the Food and Drug Administration \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/\" title=\"FDA-US - Alive Herbals\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e(FDA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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