Native Himalayan Stinging Nettle Leaves (Urtica dioica/ Bichhhu Ghaas/ Kandali)

As the name says, these are selected, shade dried stinging nettle leaves (Urtica dioica) from various regions of Garhwal and Kumaon. The soft fresh leaves are cut, and dried in the shade.

Stinging nettle is an age old folk remedy for a number of conditions. Some of its properties are....

Antioxidant.

Amazing immunity booster.

Provides relief from gas.

Detoxifies.

Just boil some water, throw in some leaves, let it steep for 10-15 minutes and drink it up.

Warning: Please boil in water before consumption. These leaves will sting if you grip them too tightly with your bare hands. Consuming them directly out of the packaging WILL NOT BE A PLEASANT EXPERIENCE!

Reading Material:

1. Benefits of Stinging nettle according to healthline.com

Open-Access Research Papers:

1. Phytochemistry and pharmacological properties.

2. Pharmacological and toxicological evaluation.