10 Amazing Benefits of Nettle Tea

Originally published on May 24, 2018 | Last updated on July 25, 2025

If you’ve ever been stung by a stinging nettle, I’m sure you remember the itchy, burning sensation it left you with. So, you may be surprised to know that drinking a cup of nettle tea has countless health benefits! It’s proven to soothe allergies and benefit your skin, bone and urinary health. I’ve been drinking a cup of nettle tea most mornings for the last few months and I love this delicious, healthy beverage! Here are 10 amazing benefits of nettle tea:

1. Soothes Allergies

If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from hayfever, nettle tea is definitely worth trying to see if it will help control your symptoms. Nettle helps to reduce the amount of histamine the body produces in response to the allergen, which can result in a reduction in symptoms.

2. Boosts Immune System

Nettle tea is rich in many nutrients, including Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, amino acids, calcium, fatty acids, folic acid, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and potassium. Because of this, drinking nettle tea wards off free radicals and cleans out your immune system by fighting off oxidative stress.

3. Improves Digestion

Due to the antioxidants it contains, nettle tea can greatly help with digestive issues. It can provide relief from IBS, constipation, indigestion, nausea, colitis and celiac disease.

4. Reduces Inflammation 

Nettle tea has strong anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown that drinking the beverage can treat gout, and reduce muscle pain and the symptoms of arthritis. As well as drinking it, external application of nettle tea can be equally as effective.

5. Lowers Blood Cholesterol Levels

As the herbal tea contains beta-sitosterol, this helps lower the body’s absorption of cholesterol, which helps keep your heart and arteries healthy.

6. Treats Diabetes

Nettle tea is a very good choice for those with diabetes. Research has shown that it’s anti-glycemic and has the ability to stimulate insulin secretion and safely lower glucose levels.

7. Protects Heart Health

Its anti-inflammatory properties, as well as the potassium it contains, can help reduce the tension in arteries and blood vessels. This greatly lowers your risk of having a stroke or heart attack.

8. Prevents Osteoporosis

Due to all of the beneficial minerals it contains, nettle tea benefits bone health and can prevent osteoporosis. Nettle does this by preventing the gradual breakdown of bone mineral density that occurs as we age.

9. Prevents Urinary & Bladder Problems

Another benefit of drinking nettle tea is the fact that it can prevent urinary problems and help maintain healthy kidneys. As it’s a natural diuretic, it allows proper fluid flow in the kidneys and bladder, which prevents kidney stones.

10. Improves Skin Health

Traditionally, nettle tea has been used for skin care in many parts of the world. Sipping this warm beverage keeps your skin looking radiant and healthy. You can also allow the tea to cool and then apply it topically to get the benefits.

Are you a fan of herbal teas? Have you tried nettle tea before?

Love, Telina