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Purslane

Name:  Purslane

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Vitamins/Minerals:  Omega 3’s, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phenylalanine, tryptophan, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin A

Used for:  Due to the nutrients contained within purslane, it is one of the best herbs for fighting depression.  It is also a potent nutritive, a one cup serving giving you all of your vitamin E, magnesium, calcium, and potassium.  The same nutritive qualities make this excellent for strengthening bones, maintaining healthy nerves, and balancing electrolytes.

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Chickweed (Stellaria Media)

Name:  Chickweed

Latin:  Stellaria Media

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Vitamins/Minerals:  Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Copper, Magnesium, Zinc, Chlorophyll, Protein, Vitamin A

Used for:  Chickweed has been used for centuries to improve complexion.  It is a vitamin rich plant, and many skin issues are caused by lack of specific nutrients.  It also refreshes and strengthens the lymphatic system, making this a very important herb in preparations for infections.  Like dandelion, it is also a safe diuretic, due to its potassium content.

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