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Urtica dioica

Description: Nettle root has showed a great deal of promise in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition affecting a large proportion of men over the age of 40 that is often a precursor to prostate cancer. The current research shows that constituents of nettle root work by inhibiting the growth of abnormal cells, a property that suggests it may have some use in preventing cancer. Interestingly, the same chemicals may have an effect on hair loss, and at least one company has filed a patent for a formula containing nettle root to treat male pattern baldness.

Typical Preparations: Standardized extract, as a decoction, in capsules and incorporated into paste, creams and salves.

Medicinal Precautions: Because of its diuretic and hypotensive actions, nettle leaf may lower blood pressure. If you are taking diuretics or other drugs meant to lower blood pressure, consult your doctor before using nettle root. Its long term use is not recommended.

Magickal Associations: Masculine, Mars, Fire, Aires, Exorcism, lust, protection, healing, remove & send back curses, for averting danger, wards off ghosts, keeps negativity far away. Protection , door way to the fairy realms. Also reverses ill wishings. Brings forth a brief lover. To advert danger, protection, healing, courage, antidote for many poisons.

What you receive: Herb that has been cut & sifted or ground and comes in a food grade poly Ziploc baggie to retain freshness.