I took a lot of time taking pictures of this "weed" and noticed it looked like a whole lot of different plants. Below, find my research and the rules of this post.
First lets do research.
PLANT BASICS
This plant has been cultivated for thousands of years. It has long since been forgotten, and I can't tell you why. I used to pick at it when I lived in Upstate NY while hiking. It has a peppery flavor and is perfect in stews and on a sandwich, instead of the iceberg lettuce, that is devoid of so many nutrients.
It has more vitamin C than your fresh picked oranges, more folate than bananas, more iron than spinach, and more calcium than milk.
It is considered a vegetable. It is considered a part of the Brassicaceae family. Grows mostly in the wild, loves cool to cold weather.
INVASIVENESS AND USES
Easily controllable not invasive.
It's uses are beyond noteworthy. Since it is essentially a wild green, it should be harvested wisely. I use the 1/3 rule, 1/3 for me, 1/3 for animals, and 1/3 for reestablishment. Below is a list of the uses that have been recorded. I will post my citing, in the comments, after the contest is over.
It is eaten as trail nibble, in sandwiches, in smoothies, as a garnish, in stews and soups, in salads and as a meal in itself.
One cup contains 100% of the Daily Recommended Value of vitamin K.
COMPOUNDS AND COMPONENTS
vitamin B1
vitamin B2
folic acid
glucosinolates
iodine
iron
protein
sulphur compound
vitamin K
vitamin C
vitamin A
calcium
manganese
potassium
vitamin E
thiamin
riboflavin
vitamin B-6
magnesium
phosphorus
phytonutrients
antioxidants
lutein
beta-carotene
BENEFITS
- Breast Cancer Preventative
- Colorectal Cancer Preventative
- Improves Functioning of Thyroid Gland
- Improves Cardiovascular Health
- Improves Bone Health
- High in Calcium
- High in Folate
- Antidepressant
- Regular Use Prevents Stroke
- Helps in Pregnancy
- Cognitive Disorder(s) Preventative
- High in Vitamin C
- Brain Health Booster
- Reduces Oxidative Damage to Blood Cells
- Improves Eyesight
- Common Cold Preventative
- Relieves Pediatric Asthma
- Reduces Blood Pressure
- Thyroid Health
These are not a complete list as a quick search will yield thousands of benefits! If you were to eat 3 Oz. of this green every day you would see these benefits immediately.
ANIMAL USES
Do not feed to your pet since it may have gastrointestinal complications related to it.
OK THE RULES:
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- All comments, that abide by the rules, will be considered
- Deadline to comment is Friday 23MAR2018 11:59PM
- If the comment receives more than $5 on upvotes I will be ADDING 20% (relative to the income of the post in SBD -1 STEEM) to the 1 STEEM
- 1 STEEM will be paid out immediately, percentage will be paid once I receive payment on the post.
If this is successful, I will be doing this once per week, and if the upvotes are substantial I will start a 50/50. Good luck! Should be easy for all you foragers out there. I will be out hiking this week for next weeks find!
Well please up-vote and follow if you like my content. I will continue to post similar articles on plants, homegrown foods, gardening and homesteading ideas. Again thanks for dropping in. Remember that this is not medical advice nor do I prescribe anything to anyone. This post is for educational purposes only. Your body is your temple, treat it well. Have a great garden!
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