Can people with hypertension eat horse bee vegetable (Portulaca oleracea)?
Disease description:
My grandfather has high blood pressure. Today, my family dug up a lot of "máfēngcài" (purslane) from the mountain, saying it's good for people with high blood pressure. I'd like to ask, can someone with high blood pressure eat purslane?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr.James Wilson
Horseflesh vegetable usually refers to purslane. Patients with hypertension can moderately consume purslane. Purslane is a relatively common herbaceous plant rich in vitamins and trace elements, offering numerous health benefits. Moreover, purslane contains abundant potassium, which helps promote diuresis, reduce swelling, and dilate blood vessels, making it particularly suitable for people with high blood pressure.
