Many people consider dandelions to be weeds, unaware of their amazing healing properties. These bright yellow flowers can be the basis for healthy drinks and sweets that are not only delicious but also very healthy. We will tell you how you can use dandelions for the benefit of your body.
Why You Should Eat Dandelions
dandelion tea
Tea from this plant is known for its medicinal properties:
- Dandelion contains components that help cleanse the liver of toxins and excess cholesterol.
- The drink improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and helps with constipation.
- Dandelion has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
- Regular consumption of this tea strengthens the immune system and helps the body fight infections and diseases.
How to Brew Tea
To prepare root tea, you need to choose dandelions with well-developed roots. They need to be chopped, dried in a pan without oil, then brew 1 tsp of roots in 200 ml of water, boil for 10 minutes, then cool and sweeten to taste.
To make flower tea, you need to rinse the flowers, separate the petals, put them in a teapot, pour boiling water over them, let it brew for 5 minutes, strain and add honey.
dandelion jam
This dish is a valuable source of antioxidants that protect cells from free radicals and promote healthy skin.
How to make jam
You need:
- sugar – 600 g
- Water – 500 ml
- Dandelion – 200 g
- Lemon sour – 0.5 tsp.
Ranking rule:
- Cut off the yellow petals, place them in a pot, cover with water and bring to the boil.
- Add citric acid to maintain the bright color, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Let it steep under the lid for one hour, strain through cheesecloth and squeeze out excess liquid.
- Add sugar and cook until completely dissolved.
- Fill into sterilized jars and seal.
The finished jam tastes like bee honey and its medicinal properties will delight everyone who tries it.
