• Product Name: Watercress Extract
• Botanical Name: Nasturtium officinale
• Part Used: Whole plant
• Specification: 4: 1 to 20:1
• Appearance: Light Brown powder

What is Watercress Extract

1. Watercress has a strengthening effect on the thyroid gland, thus it is beneficial for sufferers of hypothyroidism.

2. Watercress contains significant amounts of iron, calcium and folic acid, in addition to vitamins A and C.

3. Watercress also acts as a stimulant, a source of phytochemicals and antioxidants, a diuretic, an expectorant, and a digestive aid.

4. Watercress also appears to have antiangiogenic cancer-suppressing properties, helps defend against lung cancer or inhibits the growth of breast cancer.

Where will Watercress Extract used to

1. Watercress is believed to be an effective diuretic that promotes urine flow, which helps in clearing toxins from the system. The herb is also thought to support good kidney function and ease urinary and bladder problems. Furthermore, many cultures have used Watercress to break up kidney stones or bladder stones.

2. Herbalists have used Watercress as a blood purifier with system cleansing properties that help to clear toxins from the body.

3. Watercress is considered a tonic for the liver. The herb has been used to promote and increase bile production and flow, which not only supports liver function and ease gall bladder complaints, but it is also beneficial for the digestive system. The herb has been thought to alleviate indigestion and inhibit gas formation.

4. Watercress was used to treat scurvy, which is not very common nowadays, but because of its high vitamin C content, the herb is good for helping other imbalances relative to vitamin C deficiency.

5. Watercress is thought to be an effective expectorant that helps to expel excess mucus and is believed to relieve bronchitis, coughs and mucus in the lungs.

Application:

• Functional food and food additive;
• Cosmetics additive;