Spring is a time of renewal and cleansing, both for nature and for our body. And one of the most useful plants that can be used for cleansing and losing weight are dandelions. These small yellow flowers are not only beautiful in meadows and gardens, but also have amazing healing properties.
Dandelions contain many nutrients such as riboflavin, phosphorus, thiamine, calcium, and ascorbic acid. They also have diuretic, choleretic, laxative, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. These properties make dandelion an ideal assistant for losing weight and cleansing the body.
Dandelion decoctions are one of the most popular ways to use this plant for weight loss. One of the simple recipes is a decoction of dandelion roots. To prepare the decoction, you need to pour two tablespoons of dandelion roots with a glass of boiling water, simmer over low heat for 15 minutes and leave for 4 hours. Then you need to strain the broth and drink 50-70 ml three times a day half an hour before meals.
Another decoction that will help you lose weight and improve the general condition of the body can be prepared from dandelion, fennel, parsley and buckthorn. To do this, pour 20 g of dandelion root, fennel, peppermint and parsley leaves, and 60 g of buckthorn root into 0.5 liters of boiling water and leave for half an hour. Then you need to strain the broth and drink it on an empty stomach in the morning.
Dandelion can also be added to salads. Young dandelion leaves contain many trace elements and vitamins, such as vitamin E, C, iodine, carotene and phosphorus. To get rid of bitterness, the leaves need to be soaked in salted water for about 20 minutes. Dandelion and green onion salad, dressed with nut butter and apple cider vinegar, is very nutritious and promotes weight loss. Another option is a salad of dandelion leaves, eggs and herbs.
However, you should not overuse dandelion, especially if you have problems with the gastrointestinal tract. It is best to consume dandelion wisely and in combination with other foods.
By removing toxins from the body and speeding up metabolism, dandelion helps you lose weight and improve your overall health. However, before using dandelion for weight loss, you should consult your doctor or nutritionist, especially if you have any medical conditions or allergies. Also, do not forget that dandelion is not the only way to lose weight and cannot replace proper nutrition and exercise.