Are nettles toxic to humans? Separating myth from fact
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With a history of use in traditional medicine dating back centuries, the stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a nutritional powerhouse, yet its most infamous characteristic is its stinging touch. This raises a common and important question: are nettles toxic to humans? The answer is nuanced, depending entirely on how the plant is handled and prepared.
