Recipes for the preparation and use of nettle tincture on vodka

The medicinal properties of nettle were valued in ancient Egypt and Greece. In medieval European folk medicine, it was used to treat arthritis, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and urinary tract, and reduce joint pain. Leaf tea was used as a cleansing, tonic, diuretic and general tonic.

Healing properties of nettle

This perennial plant is widely distributed in the temperate climates of Europe, Asia, North Africa and America. Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a rich source of protein, fiber and a host of health-promoting bioactive compounds. This:

• vitamins: A, C, K, B2, B6;
• fatty acids: α-linoleic, linolenic, palmitic, oleic;
• minerals: iron, manganese, potassium, calcium, boron, silicon;
• nine carotenoids;
• polyphenolic compounds (flavonoids);
• chlorophyll;
• agglutinins;
• alkaloids;
• astragalin;
• histamine;
• terpenes.

These phytochemical components determine the healing properties of nettle tincture:

• anti-inflammatory (the drug is used as an adjuvant therapy for rheumatic and chronic joint diseases);
• anti-allergenic (suppresses inflammatory compounds that contribute to the onset of allergy symptoms);
• antioxidant (removes potentially harmful intracellular oxidants);
• antirheumatic (relieves symptoms of arthritis);
• diuretic (helps increase urine production, remove excess fluid);
• antihemorrhagic (improves blood clotting);
• hypoglycemic (lowers blood sugar levels in type XNUMX diabetes by improving insulin production and glucose uptake by cells);
• analgesic (relieves pain);
• expectorant (stimulates the secretion of sputum from the respiratory tract);
• antianemic (increases the production of hemoglobin, red blood cells);
• tonic (speeds up metabolism);
• antimicrobial (inhibits the intestinal pathogenic environment, eliminates foci of decay);
• antiulcer (heals erosion on mucous membranes);
• hepatoprotective (protects liver cells from toxins);
• choleretic (stimulates the secretion of bile);
• astringents (helps in the prevention and treatment of diarrhea);
• general strengthening, immunostimulating (increases the body’s resistance to diseases, relieves fatigue);
• lactogenic (increases milk production).

For what diseases nettle tincture is useful

Nettle root tincture has a beneficial effect on the prostate gland – it reduces the enlarged prostate and eliminates the symptoms associated with it.

Helps to treat constipation, dyspepsia, urolithiasis (dissolves stones). Seed preparations are beneficial for the male reproductive system. Its use strengthens the immune, musculoskeletal, hematopoietic, lymphatic and cardiovascular systems.

Nettle tincture has been proven effective as an adjuvant in the treatment of the following diseases and disorders:

• digestive system (constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, ulcers, enterocolitis);
• allergies;
• respiratory organs (laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia);
• kidneys, urinary tract (cystitis, urethritis);
• benign prostatic hyperplasia;
• joints (rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, osteochondrosis, gout);
• iron deficiency anemia;
• bleeding (postpartum, excessive menstrual, ulcerative, hemorrhoidal);
• neuroses;
• osteoporosis.

Nettle tincture is also used to heal wounds, burns, eczema, eliminate dandruff, seborrhea, acne and prevent hair loss.

Nettle tincture recipes

For outdoor use:

1. Pour fresh or dry leaves with vodka or 70% alcohol in a ratio of 1:10.
2. Insist in a glass, airtight container for 10-14 days in a dark place.
3. Lubricate sore joints or wounds with homemade nettle tincture, make compresses.
4. Rub into the scalp to stimulate hair growth, keep for 30-40 minutes.

For internal use:

1. Put 400 g of young leaves (or 200 g of dry ones) into a glass jar.
2. Pour one liter of vodka to the top.
3. Insist in a cool dark place for 14 days.
4. Filter the tincture, pour into a dark glass bottle.

Dosage and methods of application:

• for the prevention of osteoporosis, strengthening the body, the nervous, skeletal, cardiovascular systems, improving lactation – 1 tsp one hour before each meal;
• with bleeding, hemorrhoids – 30 drops three times a day;
• to dissolve sand, stones in the gallbladder and bladder – every 2 hours for a week, take 1 tsp. nettle tinctures (only on the recommendation of a doctor);
• with ulcers, gastritis, arthritis, as well as to eliminate mucus from the respiratory tract or normalize blood sugar – 1 tbsp. l. 3 times before meals;
• allergy – 50 drops three times a day, until the symptoms disappear;
• anemia – 1/4 teaspoon with food;
• rheumatism – 20 drops three times a day;
• violation of the menstrual cycle – 0,5 tbsp. l. three times a day for a month.

Children’s dose – ¼ of the adult. The course of taking nettle tincture is 21 days. It should be repeated after a three-week break.

To treat the prostate, prepare a tincture of nettle seeds:

1. For half a glass of raw materials – 200 ml of vodka.
2. Insist a week.
3. Take 15 drops three times a day before meals.

Also for this purpose, use a tincture of the roots. They are put in a jar, poured with vodka so that it covers the raw materials two fingers higher. Insist 2 weeks. Take 1 tbsp. l. before bedtime.

Contraindications to the use of nettle tincture

It is not recommended to take the drug together with anticoagulants, sedatives, antidepressants and diuretics.

Nettle tincture is contraindicated in pregnancy, elevated prothrombin index and diseases:

• thrombophlebitis;
• varicosity;
• trophic ulcers;
• bleeding caused by a cyst or tumors of the uterus;
• atherosclerosis;
• hypertension;
• kidney disease.

Attention! Self-medication can be harmful to health. Before taking nettle tincture, consult your doctor.