La ortiga y todas las plantas del género Urtica son odiadas por muchos debido a los pelos urticantes que las caracterizan llegando a considerarlas como malezas.
La ortiga es una planta humilde muy poderosa llena de vitaminas, clorofila, hierro y magnesio, puede ser consumida en infusión o añadir las hojas a las comidas, como ensaladas, batidos verdes, pesto, sopas o tortillas. Dentro de sus propiedades medicinales están:
- It is a highly nutritious food and a good source of energy. Additionally, it contains abundant fiber that helps combat constipation and relieves intestinal transit.
- It fights various skin diseases due to its antiviral and antibacterial properties.
- It combats hair loss since it contains silica and sulfur, two minerals essential for hair health.
- It relieves muscle and joint pain due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Treats kidney and bladder infections thanks to its diuretic properties, contributing to frequent urination.
- Improves digestion by reducing acidity, flatulence and constipation, while also relieving diarrhea.
- Reduces fatigue thanks to its high iron content, which is why it is very beneficial for reducing stress or anemia problems, and promotes the production of red blood cells. It also contains folic acid, essential for pregnant women and children in their developmental years.
- Combats respiratory allergies by being an effective expectorant, so it can fight cough and asthma. Furthermore, thanks to its antibacterial properties, it will quickly reduce the symptoms of colds or flu.
Puedes encontrar esta maravillosa planta en nuestras infusión Brillo Interno o las hojas en nuestro dispensario botánico.
