Although nettle capsules are of natural origin, they can cause significant side effects. Many people use such products carelessly without being aware of the potential dangers.
Common side effects: The most common complaints include stomach and intestinal problems such as heartburn, bloating, nausea, diarrhea and flatulence. These symptoms can be unpleasant and distressing and are disproportionate to the minimal weight loss achieved through water loss.
Uncommon side effects: In some cases, allergic hypersensitivity reactions may occur. These manifest themselves as itching, rashes or even hives. What is particularly problematic is that such reactions are difficult to predict and can occur in varying degrees of intensity.
Why the TikTok trend is dangerous
Although dehydrating the body may make you feel like you are losing weight for a short time, this effect is deceptive. The body only loses water, not fat. In addition, excessive loss of fluids can upset the electrolyte balance, which can lead to health problems such as dizziness, fatigue or, in the worst case, circulatory problems. More and more young women are also reporting on TikTok about their bad experiences with the capsules.
The videos on TikTok also suggest that nettle capsules are an uncomplicated weight loss solution, which could lead to people taking these capsules without medical advice. This can be particularly risky for people with pre-existing health problems.
