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Western Herbalism
Nettle
Urtica dioica
Western, European traditional
Gabriel Score
81/ 100Excellent
EvidenceGood - effective for allergies and BPH (root)
Conditions6 applications
How it works
Anti-inflammatory via COX inhibition, antihistamine, diuretic, nutritive
Typical Dosage
2-4g dried leaf or 2-4ml tincture 3x daily
Used for
AllergiesarthritisBPHkidney supportanemiaeczema
The Science
Active Compounds
Histamine, formic acid, flavonoids, minerals (iron, calcium)
Evidence Base
Good - effective for allergies and BPH (root)81/100
Stinging hairs neutralized by cooking/drying; highly nutritious; root for prostate, leaf for allergies
How to Use
Tea, tincture, capsule, cooked greens
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
Safety Profile
Interactions
May interact with diuretics, anticoagulants, diabetes medications
Contraindications
Pregnancy (leaf, but root OK); kidney disease
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EvidenceGood - effective for allergies and BPH (root)
Applications6
Gabriel Score81/100
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