Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) has been a staple in herbal medicine since ancient times, such as to treat arthritis and back pain. Here are 6 evidence-based benefits of stinging nettle.

In another RCT from 2013, people with type 2 diabetes took 500-milligram (mg) capsules of stinging nettle extract or a placebo every 8 hours along with their usual treatment.

Nettle tea is a beverage made from the leaves of the stinging nettle plant ... A 2013 study found that nettle leaf extract reduced blood glucose and A1C levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes ...

When compared to placebo, the stinging nettle extract lowered fasting (before-meal) blood sugar and triglycerides—while raising high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol ("good cholesterol ...

Rockville, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Worldwide demand for stinging nettle root extract is calculated to reach a market value of US$ 62.3 million in 2024, as revealed in a new study ...

In a 2013 study, nettle leaf extract lowered blood glucose and A1C in a group of people with type 2 diabetes who were taking insulin as well as oral diabetes medications. 4.

A MUM claims deliberately stinging herself with nettles “cures” her hay fever – relieving her symptoms in as little as 10 ...

Offers 120 servings of stinging nettle extract per bottle with just one “veggie” capsule per serving. Non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegetarian-friendly, manufactured in a GMP compliant, ...

Extracts of stinging nettle were applied to the shaved skin of mice and monitored for 21 days. After that period, the treated mice showed hair growth of 10.02 mm compared to the 8.94 mm growth in ...

With 7500mg of stinging nettle extract per serving, this supplement provides a potent dose of this beneficial herb. The vegetarian-friendly capsules make it easy to incorporate into any diet.