Nettle is an essential herb for many disorders because it contains certain vital minerals such as calcium, potassium, silicic acid and iron it is an excellent remedy for kidney trouble. It is a cleansing and detoxifying herb that also slows or stops bleeding from wounds and nosebleeds. Other benefits include: Anemia Allergies Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Increase Breast Milk Production Diuretic Asthma and Mucus Urinary Inflammation