Nettle leaves have stinging hair, which cause painful stings when touched accidentally. Despite giving pain, stinging nettle is useful as?
Analgesic
Incorrect Answer Antioxidant
Incorrect Answer Antimicrobial agent
Incorrect Answer All of the above
Correct AnswerExplanation:
Learning: Stinging nettle contains a number of chemicals, such asserotonin, histamine and acetylcholine, some of which can be very irritating. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, the plant has been used most commonly throughout history as a diuretic and for treating painful muscles and joints, eczema, arthritis, gout, and anemia. Today, it’s used primarily to treat urinary issues, as well as allergies and joint pain. Studies have shown stinging nettle has antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti- ulcer, astringent and analgesic capabilities
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