Ekoplanet White nettle - Lamium album 50g

White nettle is a perennial plant. It likes a temperate climate, so it grows in Europe and partly in Asia. White nettle look similar to stinging nettle but lack stinging hairs. It blooms white, its flowers are edible and the nectar in their tips is considered very tasty. The leaves are also edible and can be used in salads or other dishes. The flowers, leaves and root are used in medicine. The herb can be used by women.

The herb is rich in ingredients valuable for health. It contains:

*organic acids, including cinnamic acid, chlorogenic acid and rosmarinic acid

*flavonoids, including quercetin and rutin

*glycosides, including iridoid glycosides

*phospholipids

*saponins

*tannins

*essential oils

*vitamins - provitamin A, vitamin C

It is best to consult a doctor or pharmacist when taking herbal preparations, as choosing an appropriate herbal preparation requires as much knowledge as when it comes to a chemical preparation. It should be remembered that these types of preparations can interact with the medications taken, posing a threat to health. Some herbal preparations can have a very strong effect, so you should follow all recommendations and restrictions from the manufacturer.