Nettle is one of the highest sources of digestible iron in plant form 🌿

It is a deeply nourishing herb, helping to revitalize the entire body and increase overall health.

Nettle is a superb nourishing food and has beneficial actions on many parts of the body including the urinary tract, liver, digestive tract, reproductive system, and respiratory system. As I learned in The Herbal Academy netlte leaf (Urtica dioica) is chock full of vitamins and minerals most notably magnesium, calcium, iron, and protein that can be easily assimilated. It is an overall nourisher and strengthener!

Delicious, rich green nettle leaves make a delightful addition to any recipe calling for greens! In fact, inviting this tasty herb into the kitchen is perhaps one of the easiest ways for families to take advantage of the benefits of nettle. Use it in place of greens in smoothies and juices or along with basil for a nutrient-rich, delicious pesto!

In my Nettle Mint Smoothie, apple and Mayer lemon add pleasant fruity tones to the herbal taste of the nettle. The mint works as a natural flavor enhancer and easily gives the smoothie a refreshing aftertaste and a delicate aroma.

🌿 Nettle Mint Smoothie

Ingredients:

3 cups nettles leaves

2 medium apples

1 Mayer lemon peeled

1 cup water

1 tbsp flax meal

5 mint leaves

Toppings:

1 tbsp hemp hearts

1 kiwi

mint leaves

Directions:

Pick young nettle plants (before blooming) in the thick gloves to avoid the possibility of being stung.

Cut the stems off.

Cut the apples in chunks. Peel lemon, cut it and remove seeds.

Blend all the ingredients until smooth. Pour smoothie into a bowl.

Add toppings.

Experience pure joy!

I created the reel how I collect nettle and make this delicious smoothie. Hope you like it!

Check out The Herbal Academy online programs if you are also curious to learn about the power of healing herbs growing all around you!

Heal on Plants!

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