DIY Herbs: Plantain

A most common plant, a most useful herb, plantain, also known as broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), can be eaten raw or cooked. It contains compounds that may reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and promote wound healing. And no, it's not related to plantain fruit, a type of banana. The story of plantain is told by Jim McDonald, Matthew Wood, and Brigitte Mars. The information contained in this video is for general educational purposes only and is not intended for use as or to substitute for medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by those in this video are their own and not necessarily those of the American Botanical Council (ABC). The nonprofit ABC does not endorse, recommend, or test any commercial consumer products nor their ingredients. Botanicals and other ingredients and products sold as dietary supplements in the U.S. are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.