Ibrahim, M., et al. (2018). Investigation of phytochemical constituents and their pharmacological properties isolated from the genus Urtica: Critical review and analysis [Abstract].

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Amal_Ait_Haj_Said/publication/283675999_Highlights_on_nutritional_and_therapeutic_value_of_stinging_nettle_Urtica_Dioica/links/5852f6bd08ae7d33e01ab3a2.pdf However, the nutritional content of nettle tea will vary depending on where the leaves came from, how strong the tea is, and certain other factors. Arthritishttps://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/treatment/complementary-therapies/supplements-and-vitamins/supplement-and-herb-guide-for-arthritis-symptoms

Sökeland, J. (2000). Combined sabal and urtica extract compared with finasteride in men with benign prostastic hyperplasia: Analysis of prostate volume and therapeutic outcome [Abstract]. According to the 2018 review, one study into nettles suggests that they can reduce the need for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in people with osteoarthritis at the base of the thumb. This suggests that nettle has anti-inflammatory properties.Said, A. A. H., et al. (2015). Highlight on nutritional and therapeutic value of stinging nettle ( Urtica dioica). The following sections will look at the evidence for nettle’s potential health benefits more generally. Nutrition

https://www.herbalgram.org/resources/herbalgram/issues/110/table-of-contents/hg110-herbpro-stingingnettle/https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/tips/tips-what-you-should-know-about-complementary-health-approaches-for-bph Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Also, one 2005 study suggests that nettle on its own improved urination for people with BPH, compared with a placebo. Again, these studies focus on nettle leaves rather than nettle tea. Scientists need to carry out further studies to understand how nettle tea might help with BPH. Seasonal allergies

Wolska, J., et al. (2016). Influence of temperature and brewing time of nettle (Urtica dioica L.) infusions on vitamin C content [Abstract].The Arthritis Foundation suggest that people who want to try the tea drink one cup three times per day. However, it is important to discuss this with a doctor first. Benign prostatic hyperplasia Sahin, M., et al. (2007). Gynaecomastia in a man and hyperestrogenism in a woman due to ingestion of nettle (Urtica dioica) [Abstract]. However, the study focuses on eating nettle leaves as food rather than on consuming nettle tea. As a result, the tea may not have the same effect. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, occurs when the prostate gland grows too large and presses on the urethra. This can cause difficulty urinating or incomplete urination.