What Eating Purslane Every Day Can Do for You After 60
Purslane, known botanically as Portulaca oleracea, is often dismissed as a garden weed. Yet this fleshy, lemony-tasting plant is one of the most…
Purslane, known botanically as Portulaca oleracea, is often dismissed as a garden weed. Yet this fleshy, lemony-tasting plant is one of the most nutrient-dense greens you can eat, and it is especially valuable for adults over 60. Many people first meet it while weeding, about to toss a low-growing, red-stemmed plant into the compost before a neighbor stops them. Once you learn what it offers, that humble weed starts to look a lot more like a gift.