Health Benefits of Chickweed

Health Benefits of Chickweed

Chickweed (stellaria media), also known as starweed, is a herb native to Eurasia. Chickweed is used for culinary and medicinal purposes. Chickweed has been used for many centuries to treat digestive issues, eye infections, skin ailments such as eczema, wounds and burns, respiratory conditions including cold, cough, flu, asthma, bronchitis.

Chickweed has essential vitamins and minerals including magnesium, iron, calcium, zinc, vitamin C, vitamin A, and B vitamins.

Chickweed has anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties. Chickweed is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent the risk of chronic diseases.

Chickweed may help promote heart health and lower blood sugar levels but more research is needed in humans.

Chickweed may help fight the hepatitis B virus.

Chickweed may also promote weight loss.

Chickweed may have some side effects including nausea and diarrhea, vertigo, weakness, headaches, contact dermatitis, or upset stomach.

As always consult with your physician.

Sources:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chickweed-benefits

https://www.verywellhealth.com/chickweed-what-should-i-know-about-it-89437

https://www.rxlist.com/supplements/chickweed.htm

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-622/chickweed