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The Underrated Treasure from Your Garden

"Queen of Weeds" - this honorary title was bestowed upon the nettle by Rudolf Steiner. Why? It plays an important ecological role - insects and birds are attracted to it, and it serves as a food plant for caterpillars of over 30 butterfly species. It also offers us humans an unparalleled abundance of healthy ingredients as a medicinal plant.

In nettle leaves, we find carotenoids for eye health and as an immune booster, B vitamins for good nerve function, vitamin E for fertility and as a free radical scavenger, and vitamin K for healthy bones and wound healing. The flavonoids in nettles protect blood vessels and the heart, plant acids have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects, chlorophyll is important for detoxification and defense, and amino acids support cell and muscle building.

In terms of minerals, nettles are rich in calcium, potassium, phosphorus, chlorine, magnesium, silicon, easily absorbable iron, and the rare trace elements manganese, boron, and copper. Even gold can be found in trace amounts! These minerals are extremely important for energy production, the immune system, water and acid-base balance, blood formation, bones, and teeth. This underestimated plant even contains mood-enhancing serotonin!

• Healing effects of nettles: from acne and anemia to hair problems and skin diseases, as well as menopausal symptoms and gum inflammation
• Applications and preparations for the home pharmacy
• Useful tips for garden, plant, and animal lovers
• Bonus: Nettle recipes for a healthy kitchen

By the way: The nettle was named "Medicinal Plant of the Year 2022.".