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Some of the benefits of nettle tea includes:
*rich in minerals, including calcium, magnesium, and zinc
*rich in iron and vitamin C which helps the body to absorb iron
*gently cleanses the body from metabolic wastes
*gentle, stimulating effect on the kidneys
*can be drunk during labor to help ease labor pains
*acts as an antihistamine
*acts as a diuretic
*helpful in eliminating eczema with it's gentle cleansing actions
An infusion (see directions here), can easily be made with dried nettle leaves. I often combine this with red raspberry leaf, lemon balm, or peppermint.
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