Dried Indian Nettle Leaves / Kuppaimeni ilai

Kingdom: Plantae
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Subtribe: Acalyphinae
Genus: Acalypha
Binomial name: Acalypha indica

The nettle plant is also called Urtica dioica. The native of this plant is Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America. The nettle leaves and roots have numerous medicinal properties. In some cultures, people prepare soups by using nettle leaves to add a healthy boost to their meals. The nettle leaves are commonly consumed in the form of tea that provides various health benefits.

The nettle leaves are also consumed in the form of tablets, tinctures, capsules, extractions, and pills. This herbal plant has been used as a medicine since ancient times. In ancient Egypt, this herb was used to treat lower back pain, arthritis. In modern science, some research proves that the nettle plant has antioxidant properties.

Health Benefits

• Nettle leaves have a good amount of UD-1 compound, it acts like the insulin in the body. So consuming nettle helps to control blood sugar levels for diabetic patients.
• It is an excellent detoxifier for the body that gently cleans the toxins in the body.
• The chemical compounds in the nettle prevent oxalate and calcium deposition and crystal growth in the body. It is traditionally used for urinary ailments and kidney stones.
• Traditionally, this herbal plant is used to treat asthma, fever, and other seasonal allergies.
• The nettle leaves tea helps to lower the blood pressure level and relieve stress and tension.