Dandelion is a wonderful source of minerals, vitamins, fiber, micronutrients, lecithin, and biologically active substances. It is one of the most complete foods on earth. All parts can be used, from flowers to roots. Dandelion can be used to stimulate liver function to act as a diuretic, which also has also has ample potassium to replace what is lost through the diuretic action. Dandelion is good for general energy building and nutritive tonics.

Dandelion grows everywhere, and prefers partial or full sun. Dandelion is a biennial, and grows leaves that have jagged lobes, growing back towards the stem. The flower is bright yellow on a hollow stem, which can grow up to 20" tall. The flowers turn into a "puffball" of seeds, to be dispersed with the wind. The whole plant is used. Preparations include water infusions, decoctions, tinctures of the fresh or dried leaves and flowers. Dandelion root can be steamed, broiled, roasted and toasted. Try different ways to prepare it like using the flowers for tea, or grind the roots and add to your favorite coffee beans that you brew.