Mentioning this green plant, first of all, of course, everyone remembers burning leaves. But not everyone knows how useful nettle is. Its unique properties make this plant a universal lifesaver. Need to strengthen your hair? Make a healing slurry of nettle. Or do you want to prepare a delicious vitamin dish in early spring? Then when cooking green borscht, use green nettle leaves. The beneficial properties of this plant are widely used in medicine, cosmetology and cooking. The article provides examples of the preparation of effective funds for problem skin. We also offer an original recipe for boiled green strips of dough (homemade pasta).
What is nettle useful for ? Use in medicine
The most common use is based on hemostatic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also recommended to use nettle in the form of decoctions to lower blood pressure, scarring stomach and duodenal ulcers, with anemia, tuberculosis, impaired measurement of substances and diseases of the liver and kidneys. The plant has a diuretic, laxative, anticonvulsant, wound healing and expectorant properties. Is not it true that a truly universal remedy is nettle? How useful can it be for treating hair? Baths and lotions of fresh leaves strengthen the roots and promote rapid growth. Hair gets a healthy shine.
What is nettle useful for? Use in cosmetology
Nettle as a part of various masks and infusions not only cleanses the skin, but also nourishes it. Try to prepare therapeutic mixes for the skin of the face according to the recipes below.
Mask for skin nutrition
Pour a teaspoon of dried chopped nettle leaves with a tablespoon of hot boiled milk. Let the mixture brew for ten minutes. Then introduce half the egg yolk into the mass. Apply on face for twenty minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Oily Skin Cleansing Lotion
Finely chop fresh nettle leaves. To prepare the lotion you will need a glass of ground mass. Put the greens in a bottle and fill it with a glass of vodka. Tightly closed, leave the mixture in a dark place for ten days. Strain the mixture and dilute in half with boiled water. Use to cleanse your skin in the morning and evening. Recommended for use with acne teenage rash.
How is nettle useful in cooking? Making green boiled ribbons from dough
Wash fresh collected leaves and dry well with a paper towel, then chop with a knife or chop with a blender. Drive a couple of raw eggs into the green mass, add half a teaspoon of salt. Then pour the flour in small portions and knead the steep dough. Let him lie down for half an hour. Cut a small part from the total mass and roll it into a thin layer. Using a knife, divide the cake into strips about two centimeters wide and ten to twelve in length. Recycle all the dough in this way. Boil the green strips in boiling salted water until tender (5-7 minutes). Serve with stewed vegetables and a slice of lemon. Sprinkle any grated cheese on top. The dish will surprise everyone not only with its attractive appearance, due to its green color, but also with its wonderful fresh taste.