Leaves of May, deaf and dioecious nettles: medicinal properties and contraindications

Short description

The most common in our latitudes is dioeciousnettle, which will be discussed.

This is a perennial plant with a dense strong rhizome and a hollow stem with leaves covered with burning hairs.

It grows everywhere preferring a fertile wet land.

Flowering occurs from May to September-October. The burning of nettle is explained by the protective mechanism of the plant against herbivores.

The leaves and stems are densely covered with small villi with "ampoules" filled with a complex chemical solution.

At the slightest contact, the villus absorbs into the skin and the tip breaks, while the "ampoule" bursts and the liquid enters the wound.

The effect is similar to an ant bite, in both cases the main element of action is formic acid, which corrodes organic tissues and causes pain.

Collect and billet

Leaves are harvested from May to August, gently tearing off the stems in protective gloves to avoid burns, and then dried outdoors.

For the preparation of juice use a stem with leaves entirely. Nettle roots are most useful if they are excavated in the spring, when the first shoots appear, and in the fall, after flowering.

The nettle should be dried in a well-ventilated place, but not under direct sunlight, which will kill many useful substances.

Material is laid out in a thin layer on the coverlet under canopies or in attics.

It is important not to dry the leaves, which in this case will become excessively brittle and fragile, crumbling into small pieces under any effect.

Finish drying when the leaves and stems just begin to break.

The dried product is then packed in bags and stored in a dry room with good ventilation, without direct sun rays.

With this storage, useful properties are not lost in two years.

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Composition and useful properties

Nettle leaves are a real storehouse of useful substances in the form of vitamins and minerals.

The content of ascorbic acid in fresh green leaves is twice that in blackcurrant fruit( up to 600 mg per 100 g), the figure is higher only for rose hips.

In addition, the protein content of this healing plant is higher than in legumes, which makes nettle a nutritious product. Other substances:

• vitamin K - antiseptic action, increase of blood coagulability, strengthening of vessel walls;
• calcium( in the form of carbonates) - strengthen bones, healthy development of children, improve immunity, strengthen the skin and hair;
• ascorbic acid( vitamin C) - increased immunity, cholesterol digestion, elimination of toxins, synthesis of vitamin E;
• vitamins A, B and E - restore and strengthen vision, increase immunity, participate in the regulation of metabolism;
• iron - synthesis of hemoglobin of blood, increase of immunity, it is necessary for normal work of muscles, regulation of thyroid gland functioning;
• and others.

Chemical Composition:

This is only a small part of the substances contained in the nettle.

The full list can not be submitted.

It is worth mentioning in addition:

• phosphorus,
• zinc,
• copper,
• chlorine,
• selenium,
• lignin,
• polysaccharides,
• amino acids,
• flavonoids,
• tannins.

As a result, a whole complex of useful substances in one plant is obtained, which has found application in folk medicine.

Treatment of diseases

Nettle is primarily known as a medicinal plant.

Even before Avicenna, this was noted by the ancient Greek scholar Dioskrid, mentioning eating for the treatment of many ailments.

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In our time, the beneficial effect of nettle is known for the treatment and prevention of the following diseases:

• metabolic disorder;
• decreased immunity;
• bleeding disorders;
• vitamin deficiency( lack of vitamins);
• hemorrhoids;
• kidney failure;
• disorders of the gastrointestinal tract;
• plentiful monthly and uterine bleeding in women;
• treatment of infections;
• strengthening in diarrhea and dyspepsia;
• blood cleanser( scrofula and dropsy);
• , etc.

In addition, nettle is recommended for the elderly to improve well-being. Many argue that after eating nettles there is a surge of strength and energy.

People of retirement age improve memory and clarity of mind, which is caused by a rich composition that replenishes the lack of substances necessary for a healthy person.

An increase in the yield of cows and the laying of eggs by birds has been observed in animal husbandry, when nettles are introduced into the diet.

Pregnant and nursing mothers the use of this plant will also benefit.

Children who regularly eat in the diet with nettles, grow up healthy and strong, both physically and mentally.

By the way, before frostbite of the limbs, the damaged places were wrapped with nettles for tissue repair, since formic acid irritates tissues and causes better circulation, speeding up the regeneration process.

Contraindications and side effects

Nettle increases blood clotting, so it is not recommended to use it for diseases associated with this process( thrombosis, thrombophlebitis and increased coagulation index).

In some cases, there is a slight increase in blood pressure, so patients with hypertension need to be cautious, as well as pregnant( can cause premature birth).

Too frequent use threatens to disturb the body.

In addition, individual intolerance to the organism of the substances contained is possible.

In case of any abnormalities, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

Application at home

Nettle is used in cooking, folk medicine and cosmetology.

Ways of preparation can be different, it all depends on desire and imagination.

Traditional medicine

1. Tincture from the roots of the nettle. 2-3 tablespoons of ground roots pour 0.5 vodka.
   Infuse for 1 -2 weeks at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
   For better effect, add the garlic head.
   Use 20-30 ml before meals three times a day.
   Helps with: diarrhea, digestive disorders, gastric infections, heavy menstruation and colds.
   When diseases of the joints tincture rub the diseased areas.
2. Decoction of leaves. 10-15 g pour a glass of boiled water( 250 ml).Additionally, keep on the fire for another 15 minutes.
   Then filter and squeeze, adding a glass of water to the broth. Insist 2 days.
   Take three meals a day before meals for half a cup.
   For greater effect, instead of the usual one, use thawed water( melted snow).
   Helps with: internal bleeding( ulcer, gastritis) as a hemostatic( about the blood-thirsty medication written here), myositis and bowel disorder.
3. For potency.
   The ripened seeds are grinded and mixed with a grated banana( 1 tablespoon of seeds per 1 banana) to a homogeneous mass.
   Another version of : 1 teaspoon of seeds mixed with yolk and grated onions( use of green onions for the body).
   Both products consume 1 teaspoonful daily for meals. Increases sexual desire and potency in men.
   In women, the risk of ectopic pregnancy decreases( the nettle expands the fallopian tubes).

In cosmetology

1. "Shampoo" from nettles .
   Freshly squeezed juice or broth rinse the hair after washing.
   Helps with brittle hair, eliminates dandruff, reduces fat content.
   With hair loss, prepare a decoction of 50 to 50 from the nettle and burdock roots( 1 tablespoon).



2. "Shampoo" from nettle and honey .1 liter of boiled water diluted with 250 ml of nettle broth and add a tablespoon of honey.
   Stir thoroughly and wash the head.
   It strengthens hair, eliminates brittleness, makes it shiny, lush and silky.
3. Remedy for scars and burns .
   Nettle is boiled for 5 minutes in water and the extract is collected in gauze.
   Applied to reduce the effects of recent burns and skin injuries.
   Make compresses and lotions at night.
   It is also not recommended to use the product on fresh wounds and burns, it is necessary to wait for the healing. Cooking Recipes
   1. Salad.
      You will need: 150-200 g of fresh nettle, 1 chicken egg, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, vinegar and salt.
      Stinging nettle for 5 minutes and cut with egg.
      All ingredients are mixed, adding salt to taste.
      A hearty and healthy diet breakfast or dinner.
      Also add radish or sorrel as desired.
   2. Soup. Cooking broth( you can chicken).
      Put the cut potatoes in it and boil it.
      Then finely chop the leaves of nettle and sorrel( health benefits and harm) and put it in soup.
      Cook for another 2-3 minutes and remove from heat.
      Top with sprinkled onions, garlic and parsley.
      Salt, pepper and other condiments add to taste. Give soup along with sour cream.
      Fresh and dried nettle can be used.
      The taste will differ slightly.
   3. Millet crocheted.
      Stinging nettle for 2-3 minutes.
      Water is decanted and the remaining mass is thoroughly crushed, then it is mixed with cooked wheat and molded with crochets. Prepare them in a fryer or oven.
      Watering with sour cream. Very tasty and useful.

   Conclusion

   Nettle is equally useful for people of all ages, due to the abundance of vitamins and other nutrients.

   A small amount of it in your daily diet can improve your health and improve your health.

   The body will be able to resist the diseases more strongly, and the vital forces will increase.

   The main thing is not to abuse and eat it in moderation, so that the reverse effect does not turn out, as the surplus of any, even useful substances, causes negative consequences.

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