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7. Hydration
Progressive Health reports that purslane is 93 percent water. Eat the plant to refuel dehydrated cells.

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8. Glutathione and melatonin
Purslane contains glutathione, an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage, and melatonin, which regulates sleep-wake circles, according to Progressive Health.

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9. Betalain
Progressive Health says purslane contains betalain, an antioxidant that prevents cholesterol from damaging blood vessels. This is why purslane is known to have a positive effect on LDL cholesterol levels.

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10. Tryptophan
Purslane contains this important amino acid that regulates mood. Progressive Health says eating purslane can fight depression.