Clef des Champs, a local brand specializing in natural products made from medicinal plants, offers a trio of nettle-based supplements to prevent and soothe seasonal allergies.
What is nettle?
Nettle is a perennial plant originating from Europe and Asia, but which is today widespread throughout the world due to trade. In Quebec, it is considered an indigenous plant. Thanks to its high content of vitamins, minerals and essential trace elements, nettle is considered a remineralizing plant. In addition to being beneficial for almost all the physiological systems of our body, nettle is also:
- a general tonic: it helps to restore energy and vitality.
- alterative: it helps to eliminate the waste products that our cells release into the bloodstream.
- alkalinising: it is beneficial for skin problems such as eczema, acne or psoriasis.
- antihistamine: it is very effective in naturally calming congestion, runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes.
Natural nettle products from Clef des Champs
Clef des Champs has been offering natural health products made from fresh medicinal plants since 1978. Its plants are sown, cultivated and harvested by hand by its expert herbalists in the fields of its Ecocert Canada-certified organic farm, which is located on a mountainside in the Laurentian forest. Plant extracts form the basic ingredients of the supplements offered by Clef des Champs, such as the nettle tincture. To prevent and soothe seasonal allergies, allergic rhinitis and hay fever, here are three supplements that can be taken a few weeks in advance (as a preventive measure) and during the allergy season (according to your needs):
- Nettle tincture: a mixture of fresh nettle leaves and 40% alcohol, to be taken with water.
- Nettle capsules: to be swallowed.
- Cut and dried nettle leaves: to be infused.
(This content was developed in partnership with our supplier Clef des Champs.)
This article provides general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. The effect of these products may vary from person to person. Some of the products in this article may be contraindicated for you or may interact with medications you are taking. If you are taking medication or are being monitored for a health problem, consult a health care professional before including these products in your diet.