Nettle is a perennial plant belonging to the nettle family. It is used for medicinal purposes and has beneficial therapeutic properties. In cooking, it is recommended for use in salads, pies, and vegetable soups, and it is a rich source of vitamins A, C, and trace elements such as calcium, copper, potassium, silicon, and iron.

The irritation caused when the skin comes into contact with the leaves of the nettle is due to substances and acids contained in them, such as histamine, acetylcholine, and serotonin. The parts of the plant used for supplements come from the root or the leaves.

• Medicinal properties
• Nutritional value
• Culinary uses
• Supplemental intake

Nettle offers research showing benefits in treating inflammatory conditions related to the prostate and urinary system, as well as allergies and rheumatic diseases.