Dandelions: Edible Nutritious Weeds You Should Try
Dandelions, commonly seen as pesky weeds, are actually edible and highly nutritious. Their leaves, flowers, and roots are rich in nutrients, fiber, and beneficial compounds. Dandelion greens are high in vitamins A, C, K, and folate, as well as minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. They offer various health benefits such as aiding digestion, reducing inflammation, and lowering blood pressure. Dandelion flowers can be used in salads or brewed into tea, while the roots contain inulin, a dietary fiber that supports heart health and gut microbiome. Learn how to incorporate dandelions into your diet and enjoy their numerous health benefits.
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Dandelions Dandelions Yes, those annoying weeds that take over your yard are edible and very nutritious. They add zing to your salad and contain compounds that fight disease. Plus, they are free and easy to find.
Dandelions Dandelions 1 cup raw dandelion greens provides: 25 Calories 1.5 gm protein No fat No cholesterol 2 gm fiber
Dandelions Dandelions All parts of the dandelion (leaves, flowers and roots) are rich in nutrients and fiber, and can be eaten raw or cooked.
Dandelions Dandelions Like other salad greens, dandelion leaves are high in vitamins A, C, K and folate. They also provide minerals calcium, magnesium and potassium.
Dandelions Dandelions The slightly bitter leaves, similar to arugula, help with digestion, reduce inflammation and lower high blood pressure.
Dandelions Dandelions Dandelion flowers can be tossed in salad or brewed for tea or vinegar.
Dandelions Dandelions Dandelion roots are rich in inulin, a dietary fiber that regulates blood pressure, lowers cholesterol and feed the healthy gut microbiome.
Dandelions Dandelions Dandelion roots can be used like other root vegetables, in soups or stews or eaten as a raw snack. Often dandelion roots are roasted and used as a tea or coffee substitute.
Dandelions Dandelions Be sure the dandelions you select have not been treated with insecticide. Wash well before consuming.
Dandelions Dandelions For recipes, visit any of these 3 websites www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative www.coosheadfood.coop/join-us https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
