dandelion root

[randidiane]

I bought this at GNC the other day and it supposedly helps bloatness and
water weight. Has any one heard of this?

 

[kathryn]

Dandelion is a diuretic, which means it will help you get rid of water.

But why buy it? I'm sure there are some plants in your backyard or frontyard that you could harvest! The leaves work as well, but perhaps not as effectively as the root.

 

[Yvanna]

I use it sometimes in the form of tea - It is a bit bitter - but does help with water retention.

I also sometimes buy dandelion greens from the supermarket. Just boil them and squeeze some lemon - and a swirl of olive oil - they are quite tasty.

An old Greek home remedy is to drink a cup of the water after boiling the greens - it is suppose to be a cure-all potion.