Dandelion Leaf Cut & Sifted, Organic

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per 1/4 Pound
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Dandelion is a member of the sunflower family that produces toothed leaves with high levels of iron, calcium and vitamins A, C and K.

In Europe, the herb is a key ingredient in certain meads and soft drinks, including traditional root beer. Dandelion leaf can be prepared as tea with other herbs, or it can be encapsulated or tinctured.

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a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound16
origineastern europe
active compoundsTriterpenes, Vitamins A, B, C, and D, Sesquiterpene lactones, Coumarins, Carotenoids, Potassium, Taraxacoside, Phenolic acids, Calcium.
plant part usedleaves
processingcut & sifted
agricultureorganic

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsStore in an airtight container away from direct light, heat and moisture.
appearance & aromaLeafy, pale green with a mild scent.

c.
uses

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cosmeticUse alone or in combination with other herbs to prepare skin and hair preparations.
culinaryUse in tea blends, add to smoothies or sprinkle over soups, stews and casseroles. May also be added encapsulated.
safetyConsult your physician if you have a history of liver or gallbladder dysfunction before using this herb.

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[ nettle leaf tip: Partner dandelion leaf with nettle leaf in nutritional tonics and infusions. ~ from Monterey Bay Herb Company ]

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[ chrysanthemum flowers tip: Combine dandelion leaf with chrysanthemum flowers in tea blends.  ~ from Monterey Bay Herb Company ]

Combine with chrysanthemum flowers in tea blends.

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d.
flavor profile

organic, cut & sifted
dandelion leaf

Earthy and mildly bitter. Works well with other bitter herbs in tea blends, as well as those with floral or citrus notes.

e.
formulas & recipes

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dandelion leaf

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f.
what else you should know

organic, cut & sifted
dandelion leaf

Dandelion gets its name from the French dent de lion, which means “lion’s tooth” and is a reference to the toothed edge of the leaf. Other characteristics, such as the bright yellow flower heads that turn to face the sun in summer that later become puff balls that scatter seeds in the wind, are responsible for various other nicknames for the plant, including clocks, priest's crown, blowball and puffball.

The bitter flavor of the leaf is enjoyed fresh as a salad green and dried as a tea, although the latter is also used to add earthy flavor to cooked foods. Dandelion leaf has a lot to offer in terms of nutrition, including several antioxidant compounds, vitamins A, B, C, D and K and the minerals calcium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc and iron.


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This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

please be advised: 
Before making any changes to your diet you should always consult with your doctor,
especially if you are pregnant, nursing or have existing conditions.