Stinging Nettle

Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a perennial plant that can cause painful reactions when it comes in contact with the skin. It has been used for many years as a medicinal vegetable in the treatment of pain, bleeding, urinary tract diseases, and allergies.

Quick Answer

What it is

Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a perennial plant that can cause painful reactions when it comes in contact with the skin. It has been used for many years as a medicinal vegetable in the treatment of pain, bleeding, urinary tract diseases, and allergies.

Key findings

  • Grade C: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Symptoms
  • Grade C: Anti-Oxidant Enzyme Profile (Type 2 Diabetes)
  • Grade C: Allergy Symptoms (Allergic Rhinitis (Seasonal Allergies / Hay Fever))

Safety

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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Stinging Nettle

Quick Facts: Stinging Nettle

  • Best Evidence:Grade C
  • Conditions Studied:5
  • Research Outcomes:16
  • Key Effect:Type 2 Diabetes
Outcomes by grade:
A0
B0
C4
D1
5 conditions · 16 outcomes

Detailed Outcomes

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Effect:
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C
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Symptoms
Small Improvement
2 studies
smallImproves
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Testosterone
Improves
C
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Symptoms
Small Improvement
2 studies
smallImproves
?
Testosterone
Improves
C
Anti-Oxidant Enzyme Profile
Small Increase
smallImproves
?
C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
1 study
Improves
?
Glycemic Control
1 study
Improves
?
Inflammation
Improves
?
Oxidative Stress Biomarkers
1 study
Improves
?
TNF-Alpha
1 study
Improves
?
Weight
1 study
Improves
C
Allergy Symptoms
Small Improvement
smallImproves
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Nasal Congestion
1 study
Improves
D
Osteoarthritis Symptoms
No effect
none
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Inflammation
Improves
?
Osteoarthritis Symptoms
Improves

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