A good expectorant which is beneficial for coughs, bronchitis, tuberculosis, and catarrh of the upper respiratory tract. It is stimulating to glandular activity by its minerals of iron and iodine; helps to regulate metabolism and bile flow.

It helps to restore physical endurance to the convalescent and debilitated individuals. Watercress is invigorating to the digestion and helps to lower blood sugar levels. Other uses: gout, freckles, pimples, skin spots, anemia, to strengthen the gums when chewed raw, and as a poultice for arthritis and gout when mixed with sea salt. It is high in Vitamin C.

CAUTION: Excessive use may lead to kidney problems. It is NOT for daily use and for no more than 4 weeks. The undiluted juice may cause inflammation of the throat and/or stomach. Some herbalists say it should not be used with pregnancy.

Dried or extract of watercress can be used as a substitute for fresh in recipes or as a nutritional supplement.

Watercress:
contains more iron than spinach.
provides more calcium than milk.
has three times as much Vitamin E as lettuce.
is packed with vitamins A and C.
is low in calories and carbohydrates.
offers 150% more folic acid than broccoli.
also contains significant amounts of protein, lysine, arginine, potassium and beta-carotene.