Purslane is antibacterial, antiscorbutic (prevents scurvy), depurative (remove toxins from the body), diuretic (releases salt and water from the kidneys), and febrifuge (reduces fever). Very rich in omega-3 fatty acids, more than any other leafy vegetable, 350 mg a-linolenic acid (only acquired through diet), which is good for the circulatory and an immune system.  It also contains melatonin which regulates sleep.  Vitamin A (44%25) content is one of the highest in leafy greens as well, an antioxidant and essential for vision, supports the skin, and protects from lung and oral cancers.  Purslane is rich in Vitamin-C, and some B-complex vitamins and minerals. Potent antioxidants betalain alkaloid pigments (B-cyanins and yellow B-xanthins) are in purslane.   Purslane contains six times more Vitamin E than spinach and seven more times the beta carotene than carrots.  It contains a high amount of pectin which is known to lower cholesterol. Sometimes it is feed to poultry to reduce the amount of cholesterol in their eggs. High amounts of oxalates just like in spinach are present in purslane, so those susceptible to kidney stones should not consume it excessively. ...read more