How to store dried dandelions?

In daily life, dandelion is a relatively common plant, and dandelion also has great medicinal value. Dried dandelions can not only be used as medicine, but also can be made into tea. Regular consumption can have anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects on the body, and is very beneficial for preventing physical diseases. The preservation method of dried dandelions is also relatively critical. Improper preservation can easily affect the efficacy. The dried dandelions can be put into a sealed bag and stored in a cool place.

How to store dried dandelions?

1. Select dandelions that grow well in the wild, dig them up with the roots using a hoe, and collect all the grass. If it is for eating, it is better to choose fresh and tender ones. When eating, remove the roots, pick them, wash them clean and then cook.

2. When digging, you can choose non-flowering dandelions or flowering dandelions according to the purpose. For medicinal purposes, generally choose those that have not bloomed, as their medicinal properties are better preserved, but those that bloom are also acceptable.

3. After simply tidying up the dug dandelions and removing the soil on the whole grass, you can dry them in the sun.

How to dry and preserve dandelions

4. In order to achieve the best drying effect, it is not recommended to wash the dandelions before drying. Generally, the whole grass is directly spread out in a ventilated place.

5. After drying the dandelions into dry herbs, put them into plastic bags, tie the bag tightly, and do a moisture-proof job for later use.

Medicinal properties of dried dandelion

1. Treatment for oral ulcers: Add 50 grams of dandelion leaves and 15 grams of honeysuckle to water, boil them, remove the residue and take the juice, gargle 3 to 4 times a day. Efficacy: Reduce swelling and resolve lumps.

2. To treat pharyngitis and tonsillitis, boil 10 grams of dried dandelion in water and drink it twice a day. It is very effective for pharyngitis and tonsillitis. Be sure to drink slowly and in small sips, so that the dandelion water can stay in the painful area for a while longer. For children with tonsillitis, in addition to drinking water, you can also use external application methods: use 10 grams of fresh dandelion and 10 grams of Viola yedoensis, mash them and apply them to the affected area to relieve inflammation. 3. Treatment of gastritis Dandelion has a good therapeutic effect on gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori. Usage: Put 10 grams of dandelion and 10 grams of dried ginger in cold water, turn off the heat 20 minutes after boiling, drink it twice a day for 3 consecutive days to see the effect; but because Helicobacter pylori is prone to recurrence, drink it again after an interval of 4 days.

4. Dandelion can inhibit gastric acid secretion and promote ulcer healing. It has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on chronic gastric ulcers. Ingredients: 30 grams of dandelion, 1 pig's stomach; Method: Wash, add water and stew until soft, then eat in two servings; you can add some seasonings (such as onion, ginger, salt sauce) as appropriate.