Product Description:
Caffeine free . A perennial with male and
female plants,
nettle (urtica dioica)grows up to four feet tall and has toothed,pointed
leaves that sting when touched. The sting causes a burning sensation. This is because each
hair consists of a sharp,hollow spine that breaks off easily,allowing the
liquid inside,formic
acid ,to be released into the object causing the injury. In spite of its stinging,
nettles are of considerable use in many ways,including culinary;they
contain vitamins a and c,
iron and a variety of other
minerals . The young shoots can also be boiled as a
vegetable .
Nettle fibers can be spun into rope and made into cloth. Cosmetically,
nettle is a good cleanser,especially for oily
skin . As a
tea,
nettle may be taken hot or cold and many prefer it sweetened and flavored with ...
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Iron, Fiber, Herbs, Minerals, Vitamin A, Teas Herbal, Tea, Skin, Leaf, Acid, Hair, Bags Suggested Use:
The best way to make a good cup of
tea is by the infusion method. Place one
tea bag in a cup and add no more than 6 oz. Of boiling
water . Let steep for 3 minutes. Press the
bag before removing to enhance
flavor . Add
honey to sweeten.
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