Description
"Stinging Nettle" (Urtica dioica) is a perennial plant found in temperate climates, known for its serrated leaves and fine stinging hairs. The aerial parts and roots contain flavonoids, lignans, and essential minerals, which interact with metabolic and inflammatory pathways. Traditionally used to support circulation, joint mobility, and urinary function, it has been part of herbal practices for centuries. Stinging nettle has a long history in traditional medicine and continues to be used in botanical preparations.
Functions in the Body
Category
Deficiency Symptoms
Stinging nettle is not an essential nutrient, so no deficiency symptoms are associated with it.
Synergists & Antagonists
Stinging nettle root is often paired with myrrh and parsley for menstrual support. It also works with saw palmetto, African cherry, curcumin, and quercetin for prostate and immune benefits and with dandelion root, horsetail, juniper berry, and parsley to support kidney health. No significant antagonistic interactions exist.
Stinging Nettle
Warnings
Stinging nettle should be avoided during pregnancy, as it can cause miscarriage. Caution is advised during breastfeeding. It interacts with diabetes medications, high blood pressure medications, sedative medications, warfarin, and lithium.
Food Sources
Stinging nettle is derived from the nettle plant and is commonly used in teas, tinctures, and supplements.
Time Frame
Stinging nettle can be consumed at any time, depending on its use.
Depleted By
There are no specific factors that deplete stinging nettle from the body.