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The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

Nettle (Rich in Vitamin e) Nettle, common nettle, greater nettle and stinging nettle are the common names for the plant which is known botanically as Urtica dioica. The plant is found all over the world. The sting refers to tiny hairs on the leaves and stems which inject a skin irritant when touched. Histamine is a component of the irritant substance. The sting is lost when the plant is dried or cooked. nettle has been used as a vegetable, in hair and scalp preparations and as a folk remedy.

Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology Michael Friedman, ND See book keywords and concepts

Maude Grieve, in her extensive section on nettles, discusses, somewhat cryptically, the use of powdered nettle seeds as a treatment for goiter. There is no easy access to corroborating references or a case history. I know of only one anecdotal report where a young woman claimed to have cured her goiter with nettle seeds. It was not at all clear as to what type of goiter was treated. Diet: Hypothyroidism does not respond to any particular herbs that I know of, in either a hopeful or remedial manner.

You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore Bill Sardi See book keywords and concepts

American Journal of Medicine 109: 654-604, 2000] Stinging nettle and prostatitis Stinging nettle, Urtica dioica, is another commonly used dietary supplement for prostatitis that has been shown to be effective. [MMW Fortschr Med 147: 103-08, 2005] Vitamin D and prostatitis An interesting study attempted to find out which life style factors are related to prostatitis. Men who are exposed to more sunlight have fewer prostate symptoms. [Urology 58: 853-58, 2001] This observation suggests vitamin D levels are related to symptoms of prostatitis.

Plant Spirit Healing: A Guide to Working with Plant Consciousness Pam Montgomery See book keywords and concepts

My very first plant ally was nettle. I made a braided necklace of nettle and wore it everywhere I went because I didn't want to be separated from her. I wanted her to be a part of everything I did. I remember that when faced with a difficult decision, I would put my hand on the braided necklace to give me strength and guidance with my decision. Now I often carry a medicine pouch with me, either in my pocket or around my neck, which has a piece of my personal plant spirit guide inside.

You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore Bill Sardi See book keywords and concepts

American Journal of Medicine 109: 654-604, 2000] Stinging nettle and prostatitis Stinging nettle, Urtica dioica, is another commonly used dietary supplement for prostatitis that has been shown to be effective. [MMW Fortschr Med 147: 103-08, 2005] Vitamin D and prostatitis An interesting study attempted to find out which life style factors are related to prostatitis. Men who are exposed to more sunlight have fewer prostate symptoms. [Urology 58: 853-58, 2001] This observation suggests vitamin D levels are related to symptoms of prostatitis.

Handbook of Medicinal Plants Amarjit S. Basra See book keywords and concepts

An unusual lectin from stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) rhizomes, FEBS Let., 177: 99-103. 30. Wagner, H., Wilier. F, Samlleben, R., and Boos, G, 1994, Search for the antiprostatic principle of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) roots, Phytomedicine, 1: 213-214; Wagner, H., Geiger, W.N., Boos, G., and Samtleben, R., 1995, Studies on the binding of Urtica dioica agglutinin (UDA) and other lectins in an in vitro epidermal growth factor recptor test, Phytomedicine, 4: 287-290. 31. Wagner et al., 1994, Search for the antiprostatic principle of stinging nettle. 32.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Wagner H, Wilier F, Samtleben R, Boos G (1994) Search for the antiprostatic principle of stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) roots. Phytomedicine 1:213-224. Wilier F, Wagner H, Schecklies E, Urtica-Wurzelextrakte. In: DAZ 131(24):1217. 1991. Further information in: Madaus G, Lehrbuch der Biologischen Arzneimittel, Bde 1-3, Nachdruck, Georg Olms Verlag Hildesheim 1979. Schulz R, Hansel R, Rationale Phytotherapie, Springer Verlag Heidelberg 1996. Steinegger E, Hansel R, Pharmakognosie, 5. Aufl., Springer Verlag Heidelberg 1992. Teuscher E, Biogene Arzneimittel, 5. Aufl., Wiss. Verlagsges.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Other Names: Band Man's Plaything, Bloodwort, Carpenter's Weed, Devil's nettle, Devil's Plaything, Knight's Milfoil, Milfoil, Nose Bleed, Old Man's Pepper, Sanguinary, Soldier's Woundwort, Staunchweed, Thousand Weed, Thousand Seal, Noble Yarrow, Yarroway actions and pharmacology COMPOUNDS Volatile oil (0.2-1.0%): chief components (rendered through steam distillation) are chamazulene (blue, 6-19%, maximum 40%), camphor (up to 20%), beta-pinene (up to 23%), 1,8-cineole (up to 10%), caryophyllene (up to 10%), alpha-pinene (up to 5%), isoartemisiaketon (up to 8%).

Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness Tori Hudson, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Used throughout the pregnancy, nettle can help to improve energy, strengthen the blood vessels, reduce varicose veins, alleviate leg cramps, prevent anemia, and decrease the likelihood of hemorrhage during childbirth. This is an herb that can be taken in all forms, including freshly picked young leaves and as a leafy green addition to steamed vegetables or salads. Partridgeberry (Mitchella Repens). Par-tridgeberry or squaw vine is considered one of the best uterine tonics. It should be taken for several weeks before the due date. Squaw vine is often used in combination with raspberry leaf.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

DOSAGE urticae herba et folium Mode of Administration: Comminuted herb for infusions and other galenic preparations for internal use; as stinging nettle spirit for external application. Drug extracts are contained in diuretic tea mixtures and in blood-purifying teas. Preparation: To prepare an infusion, use 1.5 g finely cut herb in cold water, briefly bring to a boil and steep for 10 minutes, then strain. Daily Dose: The average daily dose is 8 to 12 g of drug. Observe ample intake of liquid (minimum 2 liters/day). One cup several times daily as a diuretic (1 teaspoonful = 0.8 g drug).

Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness Tori Hudson, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Other Herbal Extracts to Consider Chaste tree (Vitex agnus castus) nettle (Urtica dioica) Burdock root (Arctium lappa) Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) Oregon grape (Berberis aquifolium) Topical Preparations Poke root oil: rub onto the belly over the uterus nightly before bed. Castor oil packs: apply over pelvis 3-5 times per week. (See Appendix D for instructions.) Herbal Phytoestrogens. There are three types of naturally occurring estrogen-like substances called phytoestrogens found in plants: resorcylic acid lactones, steroids and sterols, and phenolics.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Stinging nettle leaf consists of fresh or dried leaves of Urtica dioica, Urtica urens and/or hybrids of these species, gathered during flowering season. Not To Be Confused With: The leaves of Laminum album. ACTIONS AND PHARMACOLOGY compounds: urticae herba et folium In the stings of the fresh plant: histamine, serotonin, acetylcholine, formic acid Flavonoids (0.7-1.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Topically, chickweed can be used as a bath herb to soothe dry skin and chicken pox or as compress, poultice, or salve to treat boils, burns, diaper rash, eczema, hemorrhoids, itchy skin, nettle sting, psoriasis, rheumatism, and varicose veins. The fresh juice can be applied to eyes to treat cases of infection such as conjunctivitis. Edible Uses Chickweed is edible raw or cooked. It can also be juiced. Other Uses Chickweed is considered an herb to promote weight loss.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Huesing JE, Murdock LL, Shade RE, Rice and stinging nettle lectins - insecucidal activity similar to wheat germ agglutinin. In: PH 30:3565. 1991. Kem W, List PH, Horhammer L (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 4. Aufl., Bde. 1-8, Springer Verlag Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 1969. Maries RJ, Farnsworth NR. Antidiabetic plants and their active constituents. Phytomedicine 2 (2); 137-189. 1995 Perez G et al. Antidiabetic effect of compounds isolated from plants. Phytomedicine 5 (1); 55-75.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

LITERATURE Huesing JE, Murdock LL, Shade RE, Rice and stinging nettle lectins - insecticidal activity similar to wheat germ agglutinin. In: PH 30:3565. 1991. Swaminathan S, Rice, This member of the grass family is one of three on which the human species largely subsists. In: Scientific American 250(1):80. 1984. Further information in: Belitz HD, Grosch W, Lehrbuch der Lebensmittelchemie, 4. Aufl., Springer Verlag Berlin, Heidelberg, New York 1992. Kern W, List PH, Horhammer L (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 4. Aufl., Bde.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

A fixed combination of extracts of Saw Palmetto fruit {Serenoa repens) and nettle root (Urtica dioica) (PRO 160/ 120) produced the same effect as the 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor finasteride in men with BPH, regardless of the baseline prostate volume. The study assessed a subgroup of men (n=431), 50 to 88 years, who participated in a 48-week randomized multicenter double-blind clinical trial (Sokeland, 2000).

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

It also can be made into a wash to treat poison ivy/oak or nettle rash. The essential oil can be diluted and applied directly to relieve toothache or to get rid of head lice and other surface parasites. Edible Uses Sassafras tea has long been a popular beverage; during the Civil War, when black tea imports were cut off, sassafras was among the most popular replacements. Its most famous use is as a flavoring for root beer. It also can be used to improve the flavor of other teas and medicines. The winter buds, young leaf tips, and flowers can be eaten raw or cooked.

Body Signs: From Warning Signs to False Alarms...How to Be Your Own Diagnostic Detective Joan Liebmann-Smith, Ph. D., and Jacqueline Nardi Egan See book keywords and concepts

A milky discharge can also be a sign you've been eating a lot of phytoestrogen-containing herbs, such as nettle, fennel, blessed thistle, anise, and fenugreek seed. The estrogen in these herbs can cause milk to flow. Leaking milk can also signal several hormone-related conditions, including a pituitary tumor (prolactinoma) and hypothyroidism. (See Appendix I.) Non-Milky Discharge A greenish or dark, thick, sticky nipple discharge may signal clogged and inflamed milk ducts, a benign but unpleasant condition called mammary duct ectasia.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Antifungal Effects: The lectin nettle agglutinin (UDA) has shown antifungal activity as well as the ability to bind chitin (Bombardelli & Morazzoni, 1997). Effects on Prostate Tissue: The root has been show to cause an increase in the volume of urine, increase of maximum urinary flow and reduction of residual urine. One study found that an aqueous extract of the root was the most effective in treating BPH. The extract inhibited the binding of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) to its receptor on human prostatic membranes in a dose-related manner. Inhibition was noted at 0.

Gingivitis A mouth rinse consisting of a 1:1:1 combination of herbal extracts from Juniper (Juniperus communis), nettle (Urtica dioca ), and yarrow (Achillaea millefolium) had no effect on plaque growth or gingivitis (Van der Weijden et al, 1998). Pain Control A reduction in pain and increase in circulation resulted from the addition of a combination of Juniper oil and wintergreen oil to therapeutic baths in a double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Topically, yellow dock can be used as a poultice to soothe stings from nettle plants and as a poultice or salve to treat athlete's foot, boils, eczema, hives, itchy skin, ringworm, scabies, skin infection, swellings, ulcers, and wounds. It can be prepared as a tooth powder to treat gingivitis or a gargle to treat laryngitis. It also can be made into a douche or bolus to treat vaginitis. Edible Uses The leaves and peeled stems are nutritive. Eat them in spring and late fall (after the first hard frost). The young greens can be eaten raw or cooked as a potherb.

Indian Herbal Remedies: Rational Western Therapy, Ayurvedic and Other Traditional Usage, Botany C. P. Khare See book keywords and concepts

English: Common Stinging Nettle; Roman nettle (Urtica pilulifera) Classical use In Unani medicine, ash of the plant, mixed with vinegar is prescribed for cervical adenitis, enlarged thyroid and tumours; paste of seeds with honey for asthma; seed kernels with rose-water as purgative and antilithic. Nettles are also used in nephritis, haematuria, leucorrhoea and menorrhagia. An ash of dried leaves or powdered dried leaves are inhaled for alleviating asthmatic attacks.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Sea vegetables such as kelp and dulse are good examples of the salty taste, as are the herb nettle and plantain. Temperature The temperature here refers not to degrees on a thermometer but rather to the activity of a plant: Does it heat the body, like ginger? Or does it cool the body, like peppermint? In hot conditions, such as inflammation or fever, cooling plants may be called for. In cold conditions, such as poor circulation, warming plants may be called for. I must admit that at this time not everyone can agree on whether an herb is cold, cool, neutral, warm, or hot.

Where once I had a single plant given to me by a kind German lady, I now have at least a thousand. nettle can adapt to light conditions ranging from full sun to full shade, loves soil that is high in organic matter, and enjoys moderate to high watering. NUTMEG Botanical Name Myristica fragrans Family Myristaceae (Nutmeg Family) Etymology The genus name, Myristica, derives from the Greek myron, meaning "ointment" or "balm," which is possibly related to the Hebrew name for myrrh, mor, a reference to the aromatic qualities of this plant.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Super Prescription #3 nettle root (Urtica dioica) Nettle root encourages the elimination of uric acid from the kidneys. Select a product made with the concentrated root extract, and take 250 mg three times a day. Super Prescription #4 Fish oil Take a daily dosage of a fish oil product containing at least 480 mg of EPA and 360 mg of DHA. Fish oil reduces inflammation in the joints. Super Prescription #5 Chlorella Take 500 mg four times daily. Chlorella is rich in chlorophyll and works to alka-linize the body. Super Prescription #6 Bromelain Take 500 mg three times daily between meals.

The Spontaneous Healing of Belief: Shattering the Paradigm of False Limits Gregg Braden See book keywords and concepts

For many years, the nettle plants that grow in the arid expanses of Tibet's high desert were all he ate. Without any substantial food, clothing, or companionship to interrupt his inner focus, Milarepa lived for years on almost nothing. His only human contact was the occasional pilgrim who stumbled upon the cave that sheltered him. The reports of those who did happen to find him by accident described a frightening sight. The little clothing with which he'd originally started his retreat had weathered into sparse shreds of cloth that left him virtually naked.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Super Prescription #4 nettle (Urtica diocia) root Take 120 mg twice daily. Nettles are commonly used in prostate formulas, along with other nutrients. Studies have shown that they lessen BPH symptoms. Super Prescription #5 Beta-sitosterol Take 60 to 130 mg daily. Studies show that this phytonutrient improves the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Super Prescription #6 Zinc Take 100 mg daily for two months and then 50 mg as a maintenance dosage, and take 3 mg of copper, along with the zinc.

Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness Tori Hudson, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

These herbs include nettle leaves, goldenrod, kava, and horsetail. Dandelion leaf, bucchu, and parsley root have diuretic effects and increase the flow of urine to help flush the bacteria. Sample Treatment Plans See the Resources section for sources of herbal Oral probiotics: 8-16 billion organisms daily products.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

Topically, a poultice, a compress, or the fresh juice of sheep's sorrel can be applied directly to the skin to treat acne, bleeding, boils, cancer, nettle stings, ringworm, sores, tumors, and wounds. It can also be used as an astringent douche or enema to decrease secretions. mature, but the flowers are small and inconspicuous. The seeds are shiny brown or black three-sided nutlets, much beloved by songbirds. The plant thrives in iron-rich, lime-deficient soil. It is considered an invasive species in some parts of North America.

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