There have even been published case reports of acute oxalate-related kidney injury following high purslane consumption, although case reports don’t tell us how common this is.
Anyone with kidney disease or a history of calcium-oxalate stones should therefore discuss frequent or unusually large purslane consumption with a healthcare professional.
- Can It Improve Eyesight?
Purslane contains carotenoids and other nutrients involved in normal health, but this doesn’t mean eating it will restore lost eyesight or treat eye disease.
A balanced diet containing a variety of vegetables is beneficial for overall health, including eye health,
but significant changes in vision require proper evaluation.
How Can You Eat Purslane?
Fresh purslane has slightly succulent leaves and a mildly tangy flavor. Depending on local culinary traditions, it can be incorporated into salads, soups and cooked vegetable dishes.
Treat it like a nutritious vegetable rather than a medicine.
The Bottom Line
Purslane deserves attention for a much better reason than the claim that it “cures everything.”
It’s a nutrient-dense leafy plant containing ALA omega-3 fatty acids, potassium, magnesium, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin E and carotenoids. Research also suggests potentially beneficial effects on some metabolic markers, although stronger clinical evidence is still needed.
It can be part of a healthy diet, but it doesn’t replace medication or proven treatments for kidney, liver, heart, eye or other diseases.
This article is for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
