NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Most would never know it. They may even think of it as a pesky ‘weed.’ Chances are, you have a healing powerhouse right in your backyard!
When most people hear the word plantain, they think of a banana or plantain chips they pick up at the grocery store. While those are delicious — and healthy — that’s not the kind of plantain we’re highlighting here.
What I want to share with you today is a completely different kind of plantain (Plantago major), unrelated to the banana.
This herb is a powerhouse when it comes to skin irritation and healing. It was a staple back in the day, but sadly with time, so much has been forgotten or simply not passed down…