Anemia will go away! This thorny mountain grass rich in iron and vitamin will do wonders, the doctor told how to consume it?

Nettle, found in the entire Kumaon region including Bageshwar, has been used as a medicinal plant in the mountains for centuries. It is definitely thorny in appearance, but its properties are considered very beneficial. Local people eat it as a vegetable and use it as a home remedy for many diseases. Nettle grass is considered especially useful in anemia. In Ayurveda and folk medicine, it has been called a grass that strengthens the body.

Ayurvedic Dr. Aizal Patel told Local 18 that the main cause of anemia is iron deficiency in the body. Nettle grass naturally contains a good amount of iron, which helps in increasing hemoglobin. Its regular consumption can help in the formation of red blood cells in the body. This is the reason why in the mountains it is used in problems like weakness, dizziness and fatigue. Its limited and regular consumption is considered beneficial in cases of mild anemia.

Nettle grass is a good source of not only iron but also many essential vitamins and minerals. Vitamin A, C, K, calcium, magnesium and antioxidants are found in it. Vitamin C helps in increasing the absorption of iron in the body, which further improves its effect. This is why taking Nettle grass with a balanced diet can provide more benefits. It is also considered helpful in strengthening the body’s immunity.

Nettle grass is usually consumed as a vegetable or in the form of juice prepared by boiling. By boiling or cooking it thoroughly, its thorns become inactive, and there is no risk of burning sensation. In the mountains, its vegetables are prepared and eaten with pulses and rice. Some people boil it, filter it and drink the water like juice. It is considered safe to consume it in limited quantities 2–3 times a week.

The problem of anemia is more common in women, especially due to blood loss during menstruation. Consumption of nettle grass has traditionally been considered beneficial for women. In the mountains, these greens are fed to women even after delivery, so that the blood deficiency in the body can be compensated. Regular consumption can provide relief from problems like weakness, fatigue and dizziness. However, it should be consumed during pregnancy only after consulting a doctor.

Nettle grass should never be eaten raw. The thorns present on its leaves and stalks can cause skin irritation, itching and swelling. Consuming it raw may also cause irritation in the mouth and throat. Therefore, it is always safe to eat it only after boiling or cooking it thoroughly. When cooked properly, its medicinal properties remain safe, and there is no possibility of harm.

Anemia is not caused only by iron deficiency. Sometimes deficiency of Vitamin B12, folate or other health problems can also be the reason. In such a situation, it is not right to depend only on home remedies. If complaints like weakness, shortness of breath or dizziness persist for a long time, then it is necessary to get tested. Nettle grass should be adopted as a supportive measure and not as a treatment option.

In case of severe anemia, it is very important to take medicines and supplements given by the doctor. Iron-rich herbs such as nettle can play a supporting role in treatment, but should not be considered the main treatment. Consuming it with a balanced diet, green vegetables, fruits, pulses and vitamin C rich foods can be more beneficial. With correct information and caution, its use can prove beneficial for health.