27.10.2024

If You Have This Plant In Your Backyard Don’t Remove It

By Lesia

Purslane, known as Fasa kasa in Hausa, Papasan in Yoruba, and Efere makara in Efik, we often see them and label them as weeds, however, they are not only edible but also have many medicinal and health benefits.

*It is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and its antioxidant properties are top-notch 👌👌.
*For those suffering from psoriasis (red, scaly, itchy skin), this leaf is just what they need.
*It can be used to stabilize blood sugar levels as well as insulin levels (supports the body’s insulin levels).
*It can provide the right level of magnesium to reduce the risk of cardiac arrhythmia as well as lower blood pressure.

*It can also be used as a purgative.

How to use:

✅Any purslane plant can be harvested and eaten, as the leaves, stems, and flowers are completely edible. It can be cooked as a vegetable, added to another vegetable mixture, or juiced into a smoothie.

✅It can also be juiced and applied to the skin to treat psoriasis.

👌When preparing wild purslane, it is important to wash the plant carefully to ensure that there are no pesticides, insects, or bugs on the leaves.