I knew immediately which plant to post about first: The wonderful, nourishing Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica). I can’t explain how grateful I am to have connected with this plant spirit; It is like taking in\u00a0the richness of the earth in green liquid form! Nettle is a nourishing herb which means it is packed with the minerals and vitamins our bodies need to function properly. By\u00a0flooding the body with nourishment, nettle\u00a0rebuilds the various systems of the body and restores nutrient deficiencies.<\/p>\n

Rich in:<\/strong> vitamins K, A, vitamin B complex, magnesium, iron, chlorophyl, potassium, zinc, and other trace minerals<\/p>\n

Nettles can help with the following:<\/strong>
\nIncrease energy and fight fatigue
\nBalance hormones
\nBoost immunity
\nImprove digestion and nutrient absorption
\nBuild healthy blood and circulatory system
\nProvide basic minerals to help systems operate efficiently
\nHelp the body handle stress
\nGrow thicker, shiny\u00a0hair
\nGives glowing\u00a0complexion
\nStrengthen respiratory system
\nBuild and restores\u00a0adrenal and kidney function
\nPrevents cancer
\nAlleviate menstrual cramps
\nIncrease breast milk production
\nHelp anemia (due to high iron content)
\nHelp fight addiction and\u00a0release emotions no longer useful<\/p>\n

I will shout it from the hilltops: Nettles should be part of everyone’s life, especially if you live in an urban environment and\/or are dealing with chronic stress. Our bodies are constantly being depleted of nutrients due to\u00a0environmental and physical\u00a0stress. Taking in a nourishing herb, like nettle, helps keep your systems balanced and healthy.<\/p>\n

This is why I can’t recommend this enough for people with crazy lives. From first hand experience, trust me: you will feel so much better!\u00a0Gentle\u00a0nettle\u00a0put me back together last year at a very stressful time. I was on the verge of a nervous breakdown, muddling through a demanding\u00a0job\u00a0and family drama. I drank nettle almost everyday for a month and throughout the process, I noticed subtle\u00a0shifts; I was much calmer in the\u00a0face of stressful situations, was able to sustain my energy, and damn, was my complexion bright and glowing! I became stronger, both physically and emotionally. It was such a blessing to realize that there is so much spirit medicine available in a plant!<\/p>\n

In addition to the scientifically-backed physical benefits, nettle delivers energetic healing, especially to the\u00a0root chakra, by aiding in creating healthy boundaries and\u00a0a strong spiritual foundation. Nettle can grow in low quality soil and bring it back to health, which is a beautiful way to imagine\u00a0how it helps the human body.<\/p>\n

Nettle is known particularly for being a wonderful plant ally for women in all stages of life through\u00a0stabilizing the reproductive system, building rich blood, and\u00a0increasing cells’ ability to metabolize nutrients. It will alleviate menstrual cramps, support new mothers, and ease menopause, alike!<\/p>\n