Medicinal properties of dandelion

The common dandelion, taraxacum officinale, is a weed that is often considered a nuisance and to give lawns an unkempt look, but it is a versatile item in both the kitchen and as a medicinal herb.

History
The medicinal and nutritional uses for the dandelion are the main reasons why there are so many dandelions today. Dandelions have been purposely cultivated and widely used throughout history. The Celts introduced it to the Roman legions when Caesar invaded the north. The Anglo-Saxons and the Normans used it to prevent scurvy (vitamin C deficiency) and monastery gardens used it for both food and medicine in the Middle Ages. The Puritans used it only as a vegetable. As different crops became more popular, dandelions were no longer considered a staple, primarily because of the bitter taste.


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