Nettle Leaf (Urtica Dioica fol.)

The nutritional powerhouse — iron, minerals, hay fever, joints, and kidneys supported by Britain's most underrated wild herb.

Nettle leaf (Urtica dioica fol.) is one of the most nutritionally complete herbs in the British flora — packed with iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamins A, C, and K, and chlorophyll. Long dismissed as a garden pest, nettle is one of the most versatile medicinal herbs in European herbalism: a potent anti-inflammatory and antihistamine for hay fever and joint pain, a kidney tonic and diuretic, a blood builder for anaemia, and a mineral-rich daily tonic that rivals any green superfood supplement.

Key Benefits
Iron & mineral supplementation · Hay fever & allergy relief · Joint pain & arthritis · Kidney tonic & diuretic · Anti-inflammatory · Blood building

How to Use
Steep 1–2 tsp dried nettle leaf in 250ml hot water for 5–10 mins. Drink 2–3 cups daily. Rich, slightly grassy, spinach-like flavour — one of the most nourishing herbal teas available. Pairs well with peppermint for a refreshing blend, or with horsetail for a hair and mineral blend.

When to Expect Results
Hay fever relief: 1–2 weeks · Joint pain improvement: 2–4 weeks · Iron & nutritional repletion: 4–8 weeks of consistent daily use.

Who It's For
• Hay fever & seasonal allergies
• Iron deficiency & anaemia
• Joint pain, gout & arthritis
• Kidney & urinary health
• Daily nutritional supplementation

Who Should Avoid
• On diuretics, blood thinners or diabetes medication — may interact
• Kidney disease — consult GP (diuretic effect)
• Pregnant — consult GP; may stimulate uterine contractions in large doses
• High vitamin K content — relevant for those on warfarin; consult GP

Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–18 months.

Organically grown · Third-party tested · Free from pesticides & contaminants.