Nettle tea: All the good things that come from drinking this tea

Sneha Biswas | Updated: Apr 27, 2020, 15:19 IST
Nettle tea or Urtica Dioica is a popular herbal solution for many health problems. Consumed abundantly in parts of Europe and Asia, nettle tea comes from the nettle shrubs. While the nettle shrubs are popular due to its medicinal profile, every part of this plant can be put into use. Similarly, the nettle tea is prepared from the shrub's stem and leaves. No wonder, its usage dates back to ancient times when herbal medicine was all the rage. Nevertheless, it's not too late, you can still drink this tea to improve your health.


Nettle tea is known as a great detoxifier as it is rich in antioxidants. It can flush out harmful toxins from the body. People struggling with urinary infections and other conditions can drink this tea everyday to cure inflammations.

This herbal tea is known to effectively regulate the glucose levels in the blood. It can potentially lower down sugar levels by improving the functioning of the pancreas. It can also curb inflation of the insulin level.

The polyphenols found in nettle tea can also reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular complications, prostate cancer, and diabetes.

Ideal for ageing people, this tea is said to cure muscle pain and soreness due to osteoarthritis. Thanks to its herbal qualities, it can protect the body cells from getting damaged without any side effects.

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