DWARF NETTLE

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Medicinal Herbal Remedies Drawf nettle (Urtica urens)   The medicinal herb, Drawf Nettle is useful in the urinary tract to reduce back pains and also reduces susceptibility to rheumatism problems and colds. It can be used for diarrhea and the tea can also be rubbed into the scalp for hair loss. Common Names: Common nettle stinging nettle Plant Parts used: The plant Side Effects or contraindications: See Caution Cautions: Raw plants, eaten, can produce kidney damage Do not handle fresh or unprepared plants without gloves. Internal uses for Dwarf nettle Astringent Diuretic Hemostatic Tonic External use for Dwarf nettle Scalp Usual Method of Prep Usual Dosage Infusion (tea): 2 to 3 tsp plant steeped in 1 cup boiling water for 10 minutes. strain Take: 1 cup per day. Juice: Mix with equal amount of water Take: 1 tsp at a time spread over the day Scalp wash: Boil 3 or 4 ounces of chopped leaves 2 cups water and 2 cups vinigar for 10 minutes. Apply: rub into scalp for hair loss 2 or 3 times a day.