Recently I discovered a weed called PURSLANE and that it also grows in Nigeria in Africa . A farming group I’m on made me aware of its growth in nigeria .

Yoruba name is Papasan
Hausa name is Fasa kasa
Efik is Efere makara

It’s a weed with a treasure trove of nutrients . It’s been called a power food . The leaves , flowers and stems are edible

Below are some health benefits :-

1. We are aware of the importance of omega-3 fatty acids in our bodies . Most of us tend to get it from animal sources. However this weed is an amazing plant source of Omega-
2. It’s an ANTI-AGING herb /weed as it reduces shortening telomeres that dictate aging . I’ve posted on telomeres . If you want to learn how to age slowly , you should read what I posted about Telomeres
3. It’s loaded with vitamins and minerals like vitamins A and C, iron , calcium , magnesium, potassium and manganese
4. Loaded with antioxidants . It’s high in Glutathione , the Master Antioxidant . We must do everything we can to help our bodies increase production .
5. Reduces inflammation which is a major root cause of chronic diseases
6. May prevent cancer
7. Has anti-microbial properties
8. It’s also been used to treat osteoporosis and psoriasis
9. It’s also been used as a diuretic
10. Cardiac benefits : it’s a cardiac tonic

For a herb that’s a weed , it’s absolutely powerful

How to use :-

1. Can be eaten raw
2. Cooked and added to salads, soups , wraps
3. Can be juiced
4. Can be added to smoothies
5. Taken as a herbal Tea . I take it as tea . I buy the dried leaves

It’s many health benefits makes it a good choice everyone should add this to their diet . However ,
people who suffer from kidney stones shouldn’t consume too much