Diuretic

• Nettle tea helps cure diseases and inflammations of the urinary system.
  
  

Laxative

• The nettle plant has a slightly laxative effect.
  
  

Treatment of Diabetes

• Nettle tea can decrease blood sugar so is a good choice for those suffering from diabetes.
  
  

Treating Illness

• Nettle tea is thought to reduce bacterial infections and clear up virus problems.
  
  

Prostate Problems

• The tea is commonly used in Germany to slow prostate tissue growth. This is particularly helpful to men suffering enlarged prostate problems.