Nettle takes pride of place in folk medicine. It is known for its beneficial properties. Nettle is highly recommended during pregnancy. But in this case there are many exceptions. This will be discussed.
Useful properties of nettle
Nettle is a common weed known to everyone since childhood, which has a long rhizome and reaches a height of about two meters. It grows mainly in weedy places, near fences, dwellings, roads, deforestation, often forming thickets (wrens). Despite the fact that it is mostly fought with, it is a very useful medicinal plant. In folk medicine, nettle and stinging nettle are used. These species have beneficial properties, especially their tonic ability, they also have an effect on blood formation and wound healing, on all human organs as a whole.
In addition, nettle has a very specific vitamin composition, which can serve as an indispensable builder of immunity. It is also rich in macro- and microelements, among them a high content of formic acid, beta-carotene, phosphorus, zinc, copper and iron.
Nettle during pregnancy
It is very useful for future mothers to drink herbal teas and infusions, because they are able to influence not only a woman, but also her child. In addition to their medicinal properties, they contain a number of essential nutrients that contribute to the he alth of the fetus.
Undoubtedly, nettle during pregnancy can perform the function of strengthening the immunity of the expectant mother and her child. It improves appetite, which is very useful, since in position you need to eat for two. The iron contained in nettles affects the functioning of the pancreas, regulates blood sugar levels, and also prevents anemia. Heals blood vessels, stimulates blood flow and fights varicose veins. Nettle during pregnancy will help rid your body of toxins, stimulate the kidneys, liver and intestines. It also improves the flow of milk in nursing mothers. Medicinal oils derived from stinging nettle are used to treat neurological diseases.
Can I take nettles during pregnancy?
Nettle is a very valuable medicinal plant for expectant mothers, but do not forget that it can be used only after the first trimester. The fact is that the blood-forming property of this plant is harmful for pregnant women. And therefore, you should not use it in the early stages, since this can stimulate the muscles of the uterus, which will lead either to bleeding or to premature birth (if you abuse nettle in the later stages, you can cause a contractionuterine muscles). During the second or third trimester, you need to strictly monitor the amount of "medicine" taken. Since excessive consumption can lead to thickening of the blood of the fetus, allergies (it may seem harmless at first, but in the end it can develop into serious he alth problems for the child, especially children are allergic to nettle blossoms).
Collecting nettles
Collection should begin in early summer, when the leaves are still young. Often it is produced during flowering, collecting flowers (they are used to treat colds).
Mostly in folk medicine, nettle leaves and root are used. Shoots are also used to make juice. The leaves separated from the stem are also dried and used in cooking. The root after collection (mainly in autumn) is cleaned and then dried in well-ventilated areas. It is especially important that the collected plant should not be exposed to direct sunlight, as they destroy chlorophyll, and it loses many useful properties. Therefore, it is better to dry it under a canopy.
With proper storage, properly harvested and dried nettles can retain their beneficial properties for about two years. And it is desirable to put it in paper or fabric bags and keep it in a cool place.
Eating nettles
You can drink nettle during pregnancy as pure decoctions, and also as a collection of herbs. It pairs very well with raspberries.mint, dill, dandelion. There are no special restrictions on the intake of tea and infusion, it is especially useful for milk flow. But you should not drink nettles during pregnancy until 12 weeks.
There are also many recipes for use in cooking (green borscht, as a seasoning, etc.). It is undesirable to eat fresh nettle leaves, as it can cause muscle spasm. It is strictly forbidden to use nettle-containing drugs to stop bleeding in the uterus or appendages, as this will only increase it due to its ability to tone. To prevent and treat anemia, you can drink herbal tea.
As a cosmetic product, nettle is indispensable during pregnancy. Decoctions for hair, a variety of masks will help you take care of yourself without the use of harmful cosmetics. Burdock oil with nettle is especially useful. It strengthens hair roots, improves structure, stimulates growth, prevents hair loss. This is important during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as women often experience skin problems and severe hair loss due to a lack of vitamins.
Very quickly lose weight and return to its former appearance will help a decoction of nettles. It stimulates metabolism, removes toxins from the body.
He althy recipes
He althy tea for lactation:
- Take dried nettle leaves, raspberries, dried alfalfa, oat straw, peppermint (all one to one).
- Stir and store in a dry and dark place.
- Brew with boiling water and leave for abouthours.
- You can drink both chilled and hot in combination with honey or sugar.
To restore the uterus after childbirth take an infusion:
- Nettle leaves are steamed with water in a ratio of 1:100.
- Take after meals three times a day.
To get rid of hair loss, use this infusion of stinging nettle:
- 1 tbsp l. nettle pour a glass of hot water.
- Let it brew for an hour and a half.
- Massage into scalp after shampooing.
Nettle during pregnancy can both help and harm. Remember this. Stay he althy!
