Chickweed is not marijuana that you buy from your sister.  It is one of the many ingredients found in detox products that help keep your body healthy.  Chickweed is a common weed that is also known as winter weed or tongue grass and it has oval shaped leaves.

Chickweed has been found to have many beneficial properties.  It has been used by herbalist to treat cuts and give relief for those who suffer from eczema and psoriasis to the itching that accompanies these conditions. It is also useful in relieving pain caused by boils, varicose veins, dermatitis, rashes, inflamed joints and other minor skin wounds.  It has also been found to be helpful in the treatment of rheumatism. It is a very effective diuretic because it helps emulsify fat cells and flush them out of your system.  This will help balance your metabolism. It can also serve as an appetite suppressant and help to alleviate water retention which helps with weight loss.

Chickweed contains high levels of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamins B1, B2 and B3.  It also contains important minerals like calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, silicon and zinc.  Chickweed can be administered in many different ways.  For external use it may be used in a lotion or compress or placed in the bath for complete coverage of the skin.  For internal use you may add it to a salad or make tea with it to treat cold symptoms, arthritis, bronchitis, bladder infections or peptic ulcers.  Chickweed is best used fresh instead of letting it dry out.