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Purslane: The Garden Weed You Need

Many of you might know purslane (Portulaca oleracea) as an invasive weed, but this wild-growing succulent plant is completely edible and delicious too! Low in calories and fat, it can serve as a great alternative or addition to lettuce; as its leaves and stems are crispy and chewy with a mild lemony taste. Before you think about plucking them from your gardens, here are 4 incredible health benefits you need to know about purslane…

  1. When eaten fresh, purslane contains more omega-3 fatty acids than any other leafy vegetable plant. Omega-3 plays an important role in maintaining heart health; it lowers cholesterol, regulates blood pressure and decreases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. It too increases brain health and is extremely effective in preventing and treating depression.
  1. Purslane has 10 to 20 times more melatonin—an antioxidant that may inhibit cancer growth—than any other fruit or vegetable tested.
  1. Purslane is loaded with antioxidant vitamins, including vitamin A, E, and C. If wrinkle prevention is high on your list, and as antioxidants are a crucial component in anti-wrinkle diets, be sure to eat plenty of purslane.
  1. Besides its hefty dose of vitamins, purslane is also rich in minerals, including calcium and magnesium, which are crucial for keeping your bones, teeth, and muscles healthy. Purslane also provides plenty of potassium, vital for keeping your blood pressure in check, as well as iron, a mineral much needed for oxygen transport within your body.