nettles, Most of us see the herb does not like to show up in the garden. However, this plant is rich in medicinal substances which can be used in combating a variety of complaints.

weed?

Nee, brandnetels zijn heilzame kruiden die de totale stofwisseling gunstig beïnvloeden en waar je veel voordeel uit kunt halen voor jezelf en je omgeving.

Nettles are full of minerals, such as iron, silica, potassium, calcium, manganese and vitamins A, B, C, E en K. Moreover nettle contains formic acid, histamine and chlorophyll. All substances that are particularly beneficial for body and mind.

Nettle is a herb constitution,' which means: it works on the whole body and all the organs as cleaner and amplifier. Nettles namely update every ailment that benefits from the addition of minerals.

Nettle is therefore a very good Spring cleaning.
De plant zit ook vol voedingsnutriënten en wordt daardoor gebruikt in de strijd tegen bloedarmoede, mineral deficiencies, weakness, ouderdomszwakte, leg cramps and spring fatigue.

The herb is a blood purifier, styptic, moisture drifting and works anti-allergic. It helps remove uric acid from the body and is therefore a very good herbal drug for gout, osteoarthritis, artritis, rheumatism, high bloodpressure, internal bleeding, hemorrhoids, brittle nails.

Brandnetels zijn bijzonder goed voor de beenderen.

It is also a reinforcing plant against allergic diseases, such as an allergy to dust mites, hay fever and rhinitis. Nettles are also used for indigestion, lever- and biliary disorders.

It also stimulates the bowel and pancreas and cleanses the urinary tract and kidneys.

Nettles are also a blessing for the skin: it prevents and cures skin rashes, steenpuisten, acne, hives, sores and provides a supportive effect in psoriasis. Het gaat verder een vette huid en vette haren tegen en helpt je af van roos en slechte haargroei.

Nettle: free energy-boost!

Het is een cadeautje van de natuur 🙂

As I already wrote above, they contain nutrients and vitality we need after a winter. It is the fresh young nettle tops contain many valuable vitamins and minerals. They also help with removal of waste and cleaning the intestines. They have a stimulating effect on the liver- and renal function.

• To make tea: Neem een handjevol jonge brandnetelblaadjes, or 3 theelepels gedroogde brandnetelblaadjes, en giet er 300 milliliter kokend water over. Laat de thee minstens 5 minuten draft. Je kunt de thee eventueel zoeten met wat honing.
• drugs: let the leaves dry completely so you stash have to make tea.
• Cold water: let stand overnight in a jug of cold water, This can then also sweeten with honey or apple juice for a fantastic energizing and refreshing drink.
• Stew or stir-frying: (Brandnetels als spinazie) Neem 800 gram brandnetels en blancheer deze met kokend water, zodat de bladeren niet meer branden op de huid. Hak de brandnetels. Snipper nu 1 ui en laat de snippers fruiten tot ze er glazig uitzien. Hierna voeg je de brandnetels toe terwijl je regelmatig roert. Breng het geheel op smaak met peper, zout en nootmuskaat.
• Brandnetelsoep: by 2 onions and 1 clove of garlic and chop them finely. Heat 2 cl olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onions. After a few minutes you add the nettle tops ( 7 hands full) and let everything simmer here.
  Add the broth, together with 2 peeled potatoes cut into pieces and let everything yarn together. Mix to a soup and bring to taste with salt and pepper. You can also do some cheese or bacon.
• Aftreksel voor gezond haar, bij alle haarproblemen: Neem 400 gram wortels van de brandnetel en laat deze 5 minuten koken in een liter water. Cool the broth and filter it with a kitchen sieve. Then you can massage the mixture on the scalp before bedtime. Was het haar s’ morgens uit. Je kunt deze behandeling 3 keer per week herhalen.

Getting Started

Pick them with a cleaning glove and rinse them well. Het kan natuurlijk ook met de blote hand maar weet dat de brandharen alleen prikken van boven naar beneden.

If you accidentally prick then there is always plantain around.

Pluck a few leaves of plantain and squeeze some juice on the burn.

The role of nettle in the ecosystem
Ecological viewed nettle grows on our nitrogen-rich landfills. Nettles clearing plant debris and then disappear by itself. Personal views, he cleanses us contaminated blood. Stinging nettle is in other words a scavenger of human waste, zowel in lichaam als landschap.

Other fun facts

– The organic garden is an infusion of nettle a popular agent in the fight against pests. The nettle is in fact a good natural stuff to combat aphids and further enhances the resistance of plants.

– Dried nettles are also nutritious hay for animals. Horses, cows and goats are crazy.

– Nettle also fits perfectly into a vegetarian menu. The amount of high-quality protein of the plant is even greater than that in meat.

– Brandnetels zijn voor vlinders heel belangrijk. Ze leggen er hun eitjes. De rupsen en poppen van de kleine vos, dagpauwoog, gehakkelde aurelia, atalanta en landkaartje leven namelijk van de brandnetel. Laat dus in een zonnig hoekje van de tuin wat brandnetels staan, dan kan je de vlinders een handje helpen.

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