Stinging Nettle Root Extract

NOW Foods Stinging Nettle Root Extract delivers 250mg of Urtica dioica root extract per capsule - a well-established herbal supplement with a long history of use for prostate health support and hormonal balance in men. Research suggests that nettle root may help inhibit the action of aromatase enzyme on testosterone, block the conversion of testosterone to estradiol, and influence the effect of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) - all mechanisms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Nettle works best when combined with an extract of Saw Palmetto

• Prostate health support - nettle root extract has been studied for its role in supporting men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), one of the most common conditions affecting men in middle age and beyond
• Aromatase inhibition - research suggests nettle root may help inhibit aromatase, the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to estradiol, which plays a key role in prostate tissue changes associated with BPH
• SHBG modulation - nettle root extracts have been found to influence the effect of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), a protein that binds to and regulates the availability of sex hormones including testosterone
• DHT and hormonal balance - dihydrotestosterone (DHT), an active form of testosterone found in high concentrations in prostate tissue in BPH patients, is a primary driver of prostate tissue growth; nettle root is included in formulas targeting this hormonal pathway
• PCOS support - the same hormonal pathways that are implicated in BPH - particularly the role of 5-alpha-reductase and estradiol - are also strongly associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), making nettle root of interest to women managing this condition
• Works well alongside Saw Palmetto - nettle root is commonly combined with Saw Palmetto for a broader approach to prostate and hormonal health support.

Each 2 vegetarian capsules contains Stinging Nettle Extract (Urtica dioica) (Root) - 500 mg. Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Cellulose (Capsule), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source) and Silica.

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Adults take 2 capsules 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

For adults only. Consult your healthcare professional if pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or if you have a medical condition. In all cases of prostate problems, seek professional advice from your healthcare professional before self-prescribing. Keep out of reach of children. Natural colour variation may occur. Store in a cool, dry place.

NOW Foods Stinging Nettle Root Extract is a single-ingredient herbal supplement built around one of the most researched botanicals in men's health - the root of Urtica dioica, commonly known as stinging nettle. While the leaves of the nettle plant are widely used in traditional herbal medicine for a range of applications, it is specifically the root extract that has attracted the most scientific interest in relation to prostate health and hormonal regulation.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) - the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland 0 is one of the most common health concerns affecting men from middle age onwards. While the exact cause of BPH is not fully understood, research points strongly to hormonal changes as the primary driver. Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), an extremely active form of testosterone, is found in high concentrations in the prostate tissue of men with BPH and is known to stimulate prostate tissue growth at a higher rate than other androgenic hormones. The enzyme 5-alpha-reductase (5-AR) is responsible for converting testosterone into DHT and 17-beta-estradiol, both of which increase in activity with age and concentrate their effects in the prostate gland.

Nettle root is thought to work through several complementary mechanisms in this context. Research suggests it may help inhibit aromatase - the enzyme that drives the conversion of testosterone to estradiol - and influence the action of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), a protein that regulates the availability of sex hormones in the blood. Together, these effects may help support a more balanced hormonal environment in the ageing prostate. Notably, these same pathways - particularly the role of 5-alpha-reductase and estradiol - are also strongly implicated in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), making nettle root of interest beyond men's health.

Nettle root is commonly recommended alongside Saw Palmetto for a more comprehensive approach to prostate and hormonal support, as the two herbs appear to work through different but complementary mechanisms. Each bottle provides 45 servings at 2 capsules per day, or 22 servings at the higher dose of 2 capsules twice daily. Free from common allergens and manufactured by NOW Foods in a GMP-certified facility.

What is stinging nettle root extract used for?
Stinging nettle root extract (Urtica dioica) is most commonly used as a herbal supplement for prostate health support, particularly in relation to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Research also points to its role in hormonal balance more broadly, with the same pathways involved in BPH also relevant to polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in women. It is a widely used herb in both European and North American herbal medicine traditions for these purposes.

What is BPH and how might nettle root support it?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that commonly affects men from middle age onwards, causing urinary symptoms including increased frequency, reduced flow, and incomplete emptying. Research suggests nettle root may help by inhibiting aromatase (the enzyme converting testosterone to estradiol), modulating sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), and influencing the hormonal environment within the prostate. In all cases of prostate problems, consult a healthcare professional before self-prescribing.

What is the difference between nettle root and nettle leaf?
Nettle root (Urtica dioica root) and nettle leaf are different parts of the same plant with different compositions and different primary applications. Nettle root is used primarily for prostate and hormonal support, as described above. Nettle leaf is more commonly used for anti-inflammatory, allergy, and joint support applications. This product uses the root extract specifically.

Can women use nettle root extract?
Yes. The same hormonal pathways involved in BPH - particularly the role of 5-alpha-reductase, DHT, and estradiol - are also implicated in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Nettle root is used in some herbal protocols for hormonal balance in women with PCOS. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult their healthcare professional before use.

Does nettle root work better with Saw Palmetto?
Many herbal practitioners and research protocols combine nettle root with Saw Palmetto for a broader approach to prostate health, as the two herbs are thought to work through different but complementary mechanisms. NOW Foods Saw Palmetto is available separately on healthy.co.nz.

Is this product suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. This product uses cellulose vegetarian capsules and is free from animal-derived ingredients. It is also free from yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts.

How long does one bottle last?
Each bottle contains 90 vegetarian capsules. At 2 capsules per day (one serving), this provides a 45-day supply. At the higher dose of 2 capsules twice daily, one bottle provides approximately 22 days.