Nasturtium File

The plant provides significant amounts of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), Vitamin B9 (folates), Vitamin K, and essential minerals like potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and iron. 2. Pharmacological and Therapeutic Potential

Extracts have shown effectiveness in treating respiratory and digestive system illnesses due to their natural antibiotic-like effects.

Research suggests that benzyl isothiocyanate from nasturtium can reduce hepatic glucose production, potentially offering a role in managing Type 2 diabetes.

Current research highlights T. majus as a "functional food" with several health-promoting properties: