Stinging nettle has a wide range of uses and is a very versatile medicinal herb. Since biblical times, it has been used to help with arthritis. The practice called urtication (from its botanical name) involved stinging stiff swollen joints affected by arthritis. Urtication often provided considerable relief with reports of arthritic swelling subsiding within minutes after stinging! This herb can also reduce bloating and breast tenderness. Nettle contains considerable amounts of the mineral boron, which can double levels of the hormone oestrogen circulating in the body. In several studies, oestrogen helped improve short-term memory and helped elevate mood. In addition to the magnesium in nettle greens, studies show that nettle also has anti-bacterial activity and it is often added to toothpastes and mouthwashes to help reduce plaque and gingivitis. 100ml 1:4 Alcohol Volume 25%. Take 10 - 15 drops 2 x daily.