Stinging Nettle Leaf

Urtica dioica 1 oz. Dried Leaf Sealed Compostable Kraft Pouch Stinging nettle is a plant known for its stinging hairs, but it also has a long history of medicinal and nutritional use.  The plant is covered in tiny, hollow hairs that contain chemicals like histamine, which cause a stinging sensation when touched. When cooked or dried, stinging nettle loses its stinging properties and can be eaten as a vegetable, similar to spinach. Nettle tea, brewed from the leaves of the stinging nettle plant, is a herbal infusion with a range of potential health benefits. Nettle leaves contain vitamins A, C, and K, as well as several B vitamins. They're also a source of minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Nettle tea may help reduce inflammation in the body, potentially easing symptoms of conditions like arthritis. Some people use nettle tea to alleviate symptoms of seasonal allergies, such as hay fever. It's believed that nettle tea can act as a diuretic, promoting urination and su