Most people pull it out of their gardens without a second thought.
It grows between paving stones, appears in vegetable patches, and is often dismissed as nothing more than a stubborn weed. Yet this humble plant has been treasured for centuries in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Asian cultures for its remarkable nutritional value.
Its name is purslane, and modern science is now confirming what traditional healers have known for generations: this overlooked leafy green may offer impressive health benefits, especially for adults over 60.
