Latin name : Urtica Dioica

Part : Leaves 

Country : United States

Quantity : 100 g or 454 g (1lb) 

Properties : Antioxidant (slows down cellular aging), rich in minerals (iron organic Assimilable), light diuretic, considered as an adaptogen in Quebec (nourishes all systems). Tonic of the scalp, it allows you to stop hair loss. Make the hair more shiny (does the same thing with animal hair). Very nourishing!

Precautions : It could interact with diuretic and hypotensive drugs. Avoid in case of edema due to heart or kidney failure.

Plant powders uses: In capsules, in food, in Smoothies, in pastilles and energy balls, then externally (cosmetics, ointments, poultices). Unless exceptional, plant powders are not soluble in water, although several molecules they contain. For better results, it is preferable to extract these molecules in water, alcohol, even in oil (some molecules are fat -soluble). For more information, School Les Souls Fleurs offers An introductory workshop And An à la carte lesson on the manufacture of therapeutic products.

We advise you to consult a health professional before using medicinal plants, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or under medication.

Information on this website has not been evaluated by Health Canada and does not replace the opinion of a healthcare professionals. She is only informative.