Now Foods Nettle Root Extract Vegetarian 250mg 90 Vegetarian Capsules

The use of nettle dates back to the time of Caesar, almost 2.000 years ago. It is a first-class alkalizing herb, rich in carotenoids, vitamin C, and minerals such as calcium, iron, silicon, copper, chlorine, potassium, and sodium. It also contains several important substances, including phenols and flavonoids, such as caffeic acid, malic acid, polysaccharides, olectins and phytosterols (lignans, etc.).

Stinging nettle is traditionally used for the proper functioning of the immune system, helping the body's healthy response against inflammation and histamine. Histamine is produced by the body and helps to reduce and intensify the symptoms of any allergic reaction, such as allergic rhinitis. In fact, it is considered useful for people with allergic bronchial asthma, as it contributes decisively to the decongestion of the airways. 

The nettle extract has a diuretic effect and promotes good kidney function. Research has shown that the combination of stinging nettle root extract and saw palmetto fruit is very effective, equivalent to the drug finasteride (Proscar), in treating the symptoms of prostatic hyperplasia, a condition in which the prostate gland enlarges and causes problems urination. Additionally, nettle extract prevents the body from converting testosterone to 5-α-reductase, an enzyme that causes the prostate gland to swell in middle age.

NOW's Stinging Nettle Root Extract 250 mg contains nettle root extract, meeting the highest European standards.

EAN: 733739047199