Nettle

Nettle

You definitely don't want to brush up against this innocent looking plant!  It's not called "Stinging Nettle" for no reason ;)

Luckily the "stingers" on the Nettle leaves only "bite" when the plant is flowering and the sting can be taken out of the leaves for human consumption by either heat or drying.  It's a good thing, because Nettle has all kinds of great benefits!

For instance:
*It helps to cleanse your bladder and kidneys (that's a big one for those who have frequent UTIs and kidney infections!)
*Helps to relieve gout
*Soothes arthritis pains
*Calms eczema
*Treats anemia
*Increases circulation
*Reduces inflammation of the prostate
*Reduces severity of progressive baldness in men

It is note worthy that Nettle naturally stimulates the bladder and kidneys to rapidly remove excess toxins... there's not much better than mother nature helping our organs to take better care of themselves!!!

Many people around the world drink tea made from steeped nettle leaves.  It is touted to be a very effective aid for those who have trouble winding down to go to sleep.  I'll let you know what I think when I try this for myself :)