{"id":3235,"date":"2021-02-16T08:36:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-16T06:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flow.bg\/?p=3235"},"modified":"2021-09-11T13:04:35","modified_gmt":"2021-09-11T11:04:35","slug":"6-%d0%bf%d0%be%d0%bb%d0%b7%d0%b8-%d0%be%d1%82-%d0%ba%d0%be%d0%bf%d1%80%d0%b8%d0%b2%d0%b0%d1%82%d0%b0","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flow.bg\/en\/2021\/02\/6-%d0%bf%d0%be%d0%bb%d0%b7%d0%b8-%d0%be%d1%82-%d0%ba%d0%be%d0%bf%d1%80%d0%b8%d0%b2%d0%b0%d1%82%d0%b0\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Benefits of Nettle (Plus Side Effects)"},"content":{"rendered":"

6 Benefits of Nettle (Plus Side Effects)<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Nettle has been a staple in herbal medicine since ancient times.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The ancient Egyptians used nettle to treat arthritis and lower back pain, while Roman troops used it for warmth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Nettle leaves have hair-like structures that sting and also cause itching, redness and swelling.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Once processed into a supplement, dried, freeze-dried, or cooked, nettle can be safely consumed. Research has linked nettles to a number of potential health benefits.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Here are 6 evidence-based benefits of nettle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Nettle leaves and root provide a wide variety of nutrients, including:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u2013 Vitamins: Vitamins A, C and K, as well as several B vitamins<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u2013 Minerals: Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and sodium<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u2013 Fats: linoleic acid, linolenic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid and oleic acid<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u2013 Amino acids: All essential amino acids<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u2013 Polyphenols: kaempferol, quercetin, caffeic acid, coumarins and other flavonoids<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u2013 Pigments: Beta-carotene, lutein, luteoxanthin and other carotenoids<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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What's more, many of these nutrients act as antioxidants in your body.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Antioxidants are molecules that help protect your cells from free radical damage. Damage caused by free radicals is linked to aging as well as cancer and other harmful diseases.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Research shows that nettle extract can increase blood antioxidant levels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Summary<\/strong>:<\/strong> Nettles offer a variety of vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, amino acids, polyphenols and pigments \u2013 many of which also act as antioxidants in your body.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Inflammation is your body's way of healing itself and fighting infections.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

However, chronic inflammation can cause significant harm.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Nettle hides various compounds that can reduce inflammation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In animal and test-tube studies, nettle reduced levels of multiple inflammatory hormones by interfering with their production.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In human studies, applying nettle cream or consuming nettle products appears to relieve inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

For example, in one study of 27 people, applying nettle cream to arthritic areas significantly reduced pain compared to a placebo treatment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In another study, taking a supplement containing nettle extract significantly reduced arthritis pain. In addition, the participants felt that they could reduce their dose of anti-inflammatory pain relievers because of this capsule.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

However, there isn't enough research to recommend nettle as an anti-inflammatory treatment. More human studies are needed.<\/p>\r\n

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Watermelon is a delicious and refreshing fruit that is also good for you. Contains only 46 calories per slice,<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
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Summary<\/strong>: Nettle may help suppress inflammation, which in turn may help inflammatory conditions, including arthritis, but more research is needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Up to 50% of men 51 and older have an enlarged prostate gland.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

An enlarged prostate is commonly called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Scientists aren't sure what causes BPH, but it can cause significant discomfort during urination.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Interestingly, several studies have shown that nettle can help treat BPH.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Animal studies reveal that this powerful herb can prevent testosterone from converting to dihydrotestosterone, a more potent form of testosterone.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Stopping this conversion can help reduce the size of the prostate.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Studies in people with BPH show that nettle extracts help treat short-term and long-term urination problems\u2014with no side effects.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

However, it is not clear how effective nettle is compared to conventional treatments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Summary<\/strong>: Nettle can help reduce the size of the prostate and treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland in men with BPH.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hay fever is an allergy that involves inflammation in the lining of the nose.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Nettle is seen as a promising natural treatment for hay fever.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Test-tube studies show that nettle extracts can inhibit the inflammation that can trigger seasonal allergies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This involves blocking histamine receptors and stopping immune cells from releasing chemicals that cause allergy symptoms.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

However, human studies have noted that nettle is equal to or only slightly better at treating hay fever than a placebo.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Although this plant may prove to be a promising natural remedy for hay fever symptoms, longer-term human studies are needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Summary<\/strong>: Stinging nettle can reduce the symptoms of hay fever. Still, some research suggests it may not be much more effective than a placebo. More research is needed on the effects of nettle on hay fever.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

High blood pressure is a serious health problem because it puts you at risk of heart disease and stroke, which are among the leading causes of death worldwide.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Nettle is traditionally used to treat high blood pressure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Animal and test-tube studies show that it can help lower blood pressure in several ways.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

On the one hand, it can stimulate the production of nitric oxide, which acts as a vasodilator. Vasodilators relax the muscles of the blood vessels, helping them to widen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In addition, nettle has compounds that can act as calcium channel blockers, which relax your heart, reducing the force of contractions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In animal studies, nettle has been shown to lower blood pressure levels while increasing the heart's antioxidant defenses.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

However, the effects of nettle on blood pressure in humans are still unclear. Further human research is needed before recommendations can be made.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Summary<\/strong>: Nettle can help lower blood pressure by allowing blood vessels to relax and reducing the force of the heart's contractions. Still, more human research is needed to confirm these effects.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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