The photo above is of dandelions I found online. The following text is only a small excerpt copied directly from the Complete Book of Juicing:
Dandelions
Key Benefits: Dandelions are a rich source of nutrients and other compounds that may improve liver functions, promote weight loss, and possess diuretic effects. The dandelion contains greater nutritional value than many other vegetables. It is particularly high in vitamins and minerals, protein, choline, inulin, and pectins. Its carotenoid content is extremely high as reflected by its higher vitamin A content than carrots…Dandelions should be thought of as an extremely nutritious food and rich source of medicinal compounds that have a toning effct on the body. Both the greens and the roots can be used for this purpose.
Dandelion root is regarded as one of the finest liver remedies, both as food and medicine. Studies in humans and laboratory animals have shown that dandelion root enhances the flow of bile, improving such conditions as liver congestion, bile duct inflammation, hepatitis, gallstones, and jaundice.
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