Stinging nettle has been utilized for ages for its medicinal benefits. Stinging nettle may have six health benefits that science is just beginning to understand.
Stinging nettle roots decrease prostate growth and help men with enlarged prostates or prostate cancer. Stinging nettle root extract inhibits prostate cancer cell growth.
Promotes prostate health
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Cell, animal, and human studies show stinging nettle leaf extracts fight diabetes. Nettle lowers blood sugar by increasing insulin production and sensitivity.
Controls blood sugar
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Hypertension increases the risk of early cardiovascular disease. Regularly drinking stinging nettle tea may decrease blood pressure and cardiovascular stress.
Regulates blood pressure
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In dyslipidemia, the body has too much “bad” LDL cholesterol and too little “good” HDL cholesterol. The imbalance raises heart disease risk.
Helps lowering cholesterol
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Inflammation in the body can make diseases like arthritis and muscle pain worse. Stinging nettle has been shown to help reduce inflammation.