Presentation
The results of the present study suggested that the induction in antioxidant responses could be occurring as an adaptive mechanism to the oxidative potential of lead accumulation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Br. 1812) is a species present in almost all the world, but in some zones (Africa, America and New Zealand) it seems only naturalized. [monaconatureencyclopedia.com]
The results, described by researchers as “spectacular,” defy the scientific law of inheritance and present the notion that the plant, unlike any other species, can effectively heal itself and maintain its pure ancestral blueprint. [encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com]
(Wetland indicator code: OBL) New England Distribution and Conservation Status Distribution Connecticut present, invasive, prohibited Maine present Massachusetts present New Hampshire present Rhode Island present, invasive Vermont present Conservation [gobotany.newenglandwild.org]
Entire Body System
- Inflammation
The freshly pressed juice has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints, chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin etc. [naturalmedicinalherbs.net]
In medicine watercress is used against inflammations in the mouth and has a diuretic effect. The cultivation of watercress is not easy. It has high demands concerning the place where it grows. Watercress needs continuously water. [asklepios-seeds.de]
Inflammation of the pancreas may also occur. [cdc.gov]
Not recommended if you suffer from kidney inflammation or gastrointestinal ulcers. This Product is Available Now. 1 = £3.25 25 = £2.95 [victoriananursery.co.uk]
A poultice of the leaves is said to be an effective treatment for healing glandular tumors or lymphatic swellings and chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin. [altnature.com]
- Falling
The plants can produce seeds within the final weeks of Fall, allowing you to store them away for the following season. [amazon.com]
The housing minister described the figure as “hugely disappointing” but claimed the government’s plan was working as other data showed that more homes were being built and rents were falling. Opposition... [timesonline.co.uk]
- Fever
I do like harvesting it wild, but cleaning off aquatic insects and spiders is a chore as well as running the risk of beaver-fever (girhardia), or ingesting the toxins in our polluted waters. [minnesotawildflowers.info]
Nonspecific symptoms/signs (e.g., abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hepatomegaly, malaise, fever, cough) and laboratory abnormalities (e.g., peripheral eosinophilia, elevated transaminase levels) may develop. [cdc.gov]
Watercress leaves, stems, and fruit can be eaten raw.[9] Tradition[edit] Ancient Romans thought eating it would cure mental illness.[10] Twelfth-century mystic Hildegard of Bingen thought eating it steamed and drinking the water would cure jaundice or fever [en.wikipedia.org]
- Anemia
Great as a reconstitute, to combat anemia, its juice is useful through a centrifuge of its plant. Always to be consumed with moderation. Fresh cress juice is also used externally to treat skin diseases, eczema and eruptions. [antropocene.it]
It was also popularly used as a therapeutic herb to treat / ease conditions like coughs, head colds, bronchial ailments, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema, stress, pain, arthritis, stiff back and joints, diabetes, anemia, constipation, cataracts, failing [thefoodsite.net]
It is used in the cases of exhaustion, anemia and vitamin deficiencies, in the skin diseases deriving from them, in the eczemas and alopecias of the scalp (concentrated juice) as diuretic and draining depurative, fluidizer and expectorant of the phlegm [monaconatureencyclopedia.com]
- Malaise
Nonspecific symptoms/signs (e.g., abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hepatomegaly, malaise, fever, cough) and laboratory abnormalities (e.g., peripheral eosinophilia, elevated transaminase levels) may develop. [cdc.gov]
Respiratoric
- Cough
Watercress has been used for the treatment of coughing and bronchitis in folk medicine for thousands of years. Source: Λάμπρου Π. Σπύρου Γιατρού (1984). Τα βότανα και οι θεραπευτικές τους ιδιότητες. [mediterranean-youth.gr]
For canker sores, mouth blisters, acne, ringworm, rashes, skin infections, hot flashes, headaches, nervousness, eczema, dermatitis, excellent for clearing fluids in body tissue like GOUT, clearing mucus and lung congestion, bronchitis, coughs, asthma, [encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com]
It was also popularly used as a therapeutic herb to treat / ease conditions like coughs, head colds, bronchial ailments, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema, stress, pain, arthritis, stiff back and joints, diabetes, anemia, constipation, cataracts, failing [thefoodsite.net]
This is good as a diuretic and if you have a bronchial cough or cold. You can also steep 25 gr of watercress in a glass of cold water overnight and strain it in the morning and take a tablespoon 4 times a day. [herbs-treatandtaste.blogspot.com]
Nonspecific symptoms/signs (e.g., abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hepatomegaly, malaise, fever, cough) and laboratory abnormalities (e.g., peripheral eosinophilia, elevated transaminase levels) may develop. [cdc.gov]
Gastrointestinal
- Choking
A widespread and problematic invasive of clear streams, springs and brooks, it can rapidly spread out on the surface of the water choking out natives. The stems and leaves are crisp and can be used as a salad with a pungent radish flavor. [minnesotawildflowers.info]
Liver, Gall & Pancreas
- Jaundice
Uses[edit] Watercress leaves, stems, and fruit can be eaten raw.[9] Tradition[edit] Ancient Romans thought eating it would cure mental illness.[10] Twelfth-century mystic Hildegard of Bingen thought eating it steamed and drinking the water would cure jaundice [en.wikipedia.org]
Skin
- Dermatitis
For canker sores, mouth blisters, acne, ringworm, rashes, skin infections, hot flashes, headaches, nervousness, eczema, dermatitis, excellent for clearing fluids in body tissue like GOUT, clearing mucus and lung congestion, bronchitis, coughs, asthma, [encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com]
Musculoskeletal
- Small Hand
Markets sell fresh spicy greens in small, hand-banded bundles. Similar to other greens, like spinach, cooking watercress takes a large quantity of leaves just to serve 3 or 4 people. [davesgarden.com]
Neurologic
- Irritability
The freshly pressed juice has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints, chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin etc. [naturalmedicinalherbs.net]
Can be used to help acne and skin irritants Can help improve anaemia. [victoriananursery.co.uk]
A poultice of the leaves is said to be an effective treatment for healing glandular tumors or lymphatic swellings and chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin. [altnature.com]
The freshly pressed juice has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints, chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin etc[9]. [pfaf.org]
The freshly pressed juice has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints, chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin etc[ ]. [tropical.theferns.info]
- Confusion
Possible Confusion Fools Watercress, pictured, although a crush and smell of the leaves of Fools Watercress will reveal a strong smell of carrot, it is also edible so confusing the two is not a dangerous mistake to make. [wildfooduk.com]
This should not be confused with the quite different group of plants with the common name of nasturtium. Botanical name Tropaeolum. Watercress is a rapidly growing, aquatic or semi-aquatic. Perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. [onegreenworld.com]
Watercress carries the Latin name Nasturtium, which should not be confused with the flowering variety Tropaeolum, which is an entirely different species. Nasturtium and Watercress do however offer something in common. [amazon.com]
Clearly, this is a source of confusion. [gernot-katzers-spice-pages.com]
Treatment
The plant has been used as a specific in the treatment of TB. The freshly pressed juice has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints, chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin etc. [naturalmedicinalherbs.net]
The plant has been used as a specific in the treatment of TB[4]. The freshly pressed juice has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints, chronic irritations and inflammations of the skin etc[9]. [pfaf.org]
The area under the chlorzoxazone plasma concentration‐time curve was significantly increased by 56% ( p < 0.05) after watercress ingestion and by 135% ( p < 0.001) with isoniazid treatment. [dx.doi.org]
The plant has been used as a specific in the treatment of tuberculosis. The freshly pressed juice of Watercress has been used internally and externally in the treatment of chest and kidney complaints. [altnature.com]
Epidemiology
DOI: Published December 1995 Abstract Epidemiological studies indicate that vegetable consumption protects against lung cancer in humans, but the protective constituents have not been identified. [cebp.aacrjournals.org]
PubMed: [Epidemiological data on human distomatosis (Fasciola hepatica L.) in the Limousin region of France. The species of plants eaten and snail hosts]. [thegoodscentscompany.com]
Prevention
Furthermore, N. officinale extract prevented thiobarbituric acid reactive substances formation in ferrous ion/ascorbate induced lipid peroxidation in rat liver homogenate in a dose-dependent manner. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
He worked with researchers from the Institute for Cancer Prevention, in Valhalla, New York, and with other scientists in Illinois, Minnesota and New York on the studies. [medicalnewstoday.com]
Immune stimulant, antioxidant, increases energy, boosts metabolism, enhances oxygen utilization, cleanses blood and colon, diuretic, mild laxative, cancer prevention. [encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com]
Pick regularly to ensure juvenility and to prevent premature flowering. This Product is Available Now. 1 = £1.50 [victoriananursery.co.uk]