Nettle Leaf Powder

Botanical Name - Urtica dioica Other Names - stinging nettle Origin - USA Flavor Profile - Nettle has a fresh, pleasant taste that goes well with sweet and mild herbs, like mint and chamomile. Culinary Usages - Sprinkle into soups, casseroles, smoothies and other foods. May also be encapsulated as a dietary supplement.  Nettle, also called stinging nettle, is a perennial herb with a natural range that includes North America, Europe, Asia and North Africa. It has also been a food crop for centuries, and is still consumed as a steamed or puréed vegetable. Powdered dried nettle leaf adds a spinach-like flavor to foods, such as stews, soups, and egg, cheese and rice dishes. Typical Preparations - Commonly the dried leaf and/or dried root is used as a tea, tincture or powdered and encapsulated. Precaution - High doses or long-term use may increase urine output and the effects of certain medications, including diuretics and blood thinners. Disclaimer - While we work to ensure that product i