The efficacy and function of nettle

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. Do you know about the medicinal herb nettle?

[Other names] Xunma (from "Yibu Fangwu Lueji"), Scorpion Grass (from "Renhaiji").

[Source] It is the whole herb of Urtica dioica, Urtica angustifolia , etc., which belong to the Urticaceae family. Harvest in summer and autumn, cut into sections and sun-dried.

[Original form] ① Urtica dioica, also known as: Urtica foetida.

[Chemical composition] The whole plant of Nettle contains multiple vitamins and tannins. The stem bark mainly contains formic acid, butyric acid and irritating acidic substances.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cold, poisonous.

【Functions and indications】 Treat rheumatic pain, postpartum convulsions, infantile convulsions, and urticaria.

【Usage and Dosage】 For internal use: decoct in water, 1 to 3 qian; or stew with meat. For external use: mash the juice and apply it or boil it in water for washing.

【Note】 "Compendium of Materia Medica" states: "If taken by mistake, vomiting and diarrhea will not stop."

[Additional prescription] ①Treat rheumatoid arthritis: Take appropriate amount of nettle leaf, decoct it into a soup and scrub it on the affected area.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

Through the introduction in the above article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of nettle. I hope everyone can follow the doctor's advice when taking it, and at the same time pay attention to exercise and enhance their own resistance.