Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a common weed in cultivated soils throughout the United States. This nutritious weed has a distinctive thick, reddish stem and succulent, green spoon-like shaped leaves. Purslane develops tiny, yellow flowers about a quarter of an inch across that usually open only in full sunlight.

The health benefits of Purslane

• Acts as a mild diuretic and so prevents water retention.
• Aids with weight loss.
• Benefits the hair and nails.
• Improves digestion, heals intestinal and colon issues.
• Improves the efficiency of the immune system.
• Prevents development disorders in children such as attention deficit disorder, autism and hyperactivity.
• Protects the bones.
• Reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
• Improves circulation and prevents blood clots, heart attacks and strokes.
• Reduces inflammation and pain in joints.

Properties of Purslane

• Anthelmintic (expels parasites and worms)
• Antibacterial (fights bacterial infections)
• Antiscorbutic (prevents scurvy, vitamin C deficiency)
• Cathartic (activates bowel evacuation)
• Depurative (detoxifying and purifying)
• Diuretic (causes increased urination and hence reduces water retention)
• Febrifuge (reduces fever)

Suggested Dosage: 20-60 drops three times a day or as needed.
Ingredients: Fresh Purslane, Grain Alcohol

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.