In traditional Chinese medicine, stinging nettle (Xun Ma) is associated with the liver and is said to smooth digestion and kill parasites. In Western herbalism, it’s most commonly used to treat ...

Historically, the stinging nettle plant has served as a natural treatment for different health issues including allergies, arthritis, and urinary tract infections. The root of this plant ...

While more extensive research is necessary regarding effectiveness, people generally use stinging nettle to treat various health conditions. Research is most robust for the following: Scientists used ...

We all know how it feels to be stung by a nettle, but can you imagine eating them? Beth Hodges, 38, from Barry Island ate 19.5m (64ft) of them at the 2024 World Nettle Eating Championships ...

The World Nettle Eating Championships are being held at the Dorset Nectar Cider Farm in Waytown, near Bridport. Foolhardy participants have 30 minutes to eat as many leaves as possible before the ...

Red dead-nettle is a relatively small annual weed found in gardens and crops in most parts of New Zealand. It can grow throughout the year though is found more commonly at cooler times of the year. It ...