{"product_id":"st-francis-fresh-spring-nettle-tops-tincture-100ml","title":"St. Francis Fresh Spring Nettle Tops Tincture 100ml","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp relieve seasonal allergy symptoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional nutritive tonic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used to help relieve rheumatic complaints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested early in Spring, nettle spring tops are rich in nutrients and minerals, making them a potent nutritional tonic. Our Nettle Spring Top Tincture is traditionally crafted using certified organic herb. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eStinging Nettle \u003cem\u003e(Urtica dioica)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eStinging nettle may be famous for its sting, but this nutrient-rich herb has a long history of use in herbal medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNettle leaves are naturally rich in \u003cstrong\u003evitamins, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids, and antioxidant polyphenols\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a traditional choice as a nourishing herbal tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditionally used for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal allergies\u003c\/strong\u003e – traditionally used to support the body during seasonal and environmental allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eProstate \u0026amp; urinary health\u003c\/strong\u003e – nettle root has a long history of use for supporting healthy prostate function and urinary comfort, particularly as men age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eNourishment \u0026amp; vitality\u003c\/strong\u003e – the mineral-rich leaves are traditionally used as a nutritive tonic to support overall wellness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eAches \u0026amp; discomfort\u003c\/strong\u003e – traditionally used to support comfortable muscles and joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy does it sting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNettle gets its name from the Latin \u003cem\u003euro\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \u003cstrong\u003e“to burn.”\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiny hollow hairs called trichomes cover the leaves and stems and can release irritating compounds when touched, causing that familiar sting, redness or itching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFortunately, once properly prepared, the sting is no longer an issue—and the plant's nutritional and herbal properties are ready to be enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eA little herbal history\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNettle has been used across Europe and Asia for centuries and now grows throughout much of the world. Almost every part of the plant has a place in herbal tradition, including the \u003cstrong\u003eyoung leafy tops and roots\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt St. Francis Herb Farm, nettles are carefully harvested according to the part of the plant being used. The leafy tops are gathered while young and vibrant, while the roots are harvested when the plant's energy has moved below ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nettle is so nutritious that it has traditionally been eaten as a cooked green. And yes, there's even an annual \u003cstrong\u003eWorld Nettle Eating Championship\u003c\/strong\u003e in the UK where participants compete to eat raw nettles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stinging nettle, common nettle, burn nettle, burn weed, stinger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe, northern Africa and Asia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNow grows:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nettle (\u003cem\u003eUrtica dioica\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80010083\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St Francis Herb Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45633770487831,"sku":null,"price":34.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/0552\/1175\/files\/nettle100.webp?v=1790376043","url":"https:\/\/shop.houseofnutritionbc.com\/products\/st-francis-fresh-spring-nettle-tops-tincture-100ml","provider":"House of Nutrition","version":"1.0","type":"link"}