00:00Many confuse this plant with a weed, but it's actually full of surprising health benefits.
00:06Purslane, or Portulosa, Oleracea, is widespread in the U.S. and known as pigweed, little hogweed, and fatweed.
00:15Popular in Asia and Europe, especially the Mediterranean, it's easy to grow and rich in minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants, promoting longevity.
00:24Purslane is nutrient-rich with vitamin A, EC, calcium, magnesium, and iron, and low in calories due to being 93% water.
00:37It's versatile, enhancing numerous dishes with its nutritional density.
00:42Purslane is a plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids, typically found in fatty fish.
00:47Although low in fat, it contains significant amounts of alpha-linolenic acid and icosapentaenoic acid with 5 to 7 times more alpha-linolenic acid than spinach.
00:59EPA, more active in the body than ALA, is rare in land plants, usually appearing in animal products and algae, enhancing Purslane's nutritional profile.
01:08Purslane's vitamins include antioxidants like vitamin C, ascorbic acid, for bones, skin, and muscles, and vitamin A with beta-carotene for eye health.
01:20It also has vitamin E, alpha-tocopherol, for cell membrane protection, glutathione, betalain for cell protection, and melatonin for sleep aid.
01:33Purslane is rich in potassium, magnesium, and calcium.
01:37Potassium intake is linked to lower blood pressure, enhancing heart health.
01:43Purslane contains high oxalate levels and organic acid produced by the body and plants.
01:48Though not essential, excess amounts can harm some people.
01:52They bind minerals like calcium and iron, potentially forming crystals, leading to kidney stones.
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