Wattleseed vs Lamium purpureum

Australian Acacia species whose roasted seeds have been a staple food and medicine for Aboriginal peoples for thousands of years, rich in protein and minerals.

European annual weed with edible and medicinal properties; spring tonic herb.

tryptophan, lysine, magnesium, zinc, iron

iridoids, tannins, flavonoids, phenolic acids

High-protein food medicine, Treatment of digestive issues, Nutritional support during famine

spring tonic, wound healing, digestive aid, bleeding

Nutritive, Prebiotic, Protein supplement, Digestive support

anti-inflammatory, astringent, nutritive

5-10g roasted seed powder daily

3-5g fresh or dried herb daily

Avoid raw seeds — must be roasted to neutralize tannins

pregnancy large doses

Tannin-related constipation if not roasted

generally very safe as food