Nettles

Stinging nettle has been used for centuries in humans to treat hay fever and allergies, and to reduce inflammation, so it’s no surprise that it… Read More »Are Nettles Safe For Dogs?

Stinging nettle has been used for hundreds of years to treat painful muscles and joints, eczema, arthritis, gout, and anemia. Today, many people use it… Read More »Are Nettles Good For Anything?

Stinging nettles are great wildlife attractors: caterpillars of the small tortoiseshell and peacock butterflies use them as foodplants; ladybirds feast on the aphids that shelter… Read More »What Insects Do Nettles Attract?

Stinging nettle is generally considered safe when used as directed. Occasional side effects include mild stomach upset, fluid retention, sweating, diarrhea, and hives or rash… Read More »What Are The Side Effects Of Nettles?

After eating the hay with nettle, cows show a significant increase in milk production and increase in milk fat – up to 15-20 %. Can… Read More »Do Cows Eat Nettles?

While fresh stinging nettle may cause irritation, cooked, dried or freeze-dried stinging nettle is generally safe to consume. When should you not eat stinging nettles?… Read More »Can You Eat Burning Nettles?

What is the plant in Washington that causes stinging? It is Stinging Nettle, Urtica dioica. Is there a time of year when Nettles don’t sting?… Read More »Do Nettles Always Sting?

Nettle is great in sauces, risottos and soups. Health: The nettle plant is full of nutrients that are really good for your health. They’re packed… Read More »Do People Eat Nettles?

In rare cases, some people may have an allergic reaction to stinging nettles. In these cases, medical attention should be sought immediately as this can… Read More »Is Everyone Allergic To Nettles?

It is not wise to eat nettles when flowering between June and October as they have a laxative effect and the plant will then contain… Read More »When Should You Not Eat Nettles?