Herbs - Nettle - Ailments / Situations Where Used

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Nettle can be used for eczema, especially nervous eczema, childhood eczema, poison ivy, insect stings, pruritus, burning, itching, as an infusion applied topically as a fomentation, internal hemorrhages, hemorrhoids, uterine hemorrhages (infusion), rheumatism, arthritis and gout diseases of the colon, gastritis, diarrhea, gravel, and nephritic complaints, cystitis, and leucorrhea. Also appropriate for asthma, bronchitis, blood building, iron deficiency, appetite stimulant, anti-diabetic (lowers blood sugar levels), and acts as a nutritive for anemia.

For damaged and thinning hair, take nettle orally as an infusion or a cold infusion or steeped in cider vinegar for 2 weeks and applied as a rinse. May be diluted with rose water/distilled water.