Why We Love It:
Plantain leaf is extremely accessible, found in almost every park, backyard or garden. It is full of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it great for first aid use by simply crushing or chewing the leaf and applying it directly to the skinn quickly soothing stings, bites, cuts and minor burns. Since the lining of the digestive system is similar to the skin, plantain leaf also effectively soothes gastrointestinal inflammation issues like IBS, leaky gut and ulcers
Nutrient Highlight:
Rich in iron, calcium and manganese.
Common Uses:
As a poultice, in salves, in teas, and in foods
Note: Only harvest plantain leaf from areas that you are confident are pesticide and lead free.