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About 100 g of dandelion can be using in a salad to provide 10-15% of your daily potassium requirement.
The dose above is equivalent to approximately 10g of the dry weight of the plant, assuming water content of 87-90%.
Supplementation of dandelion cannot be recommended at this time due to a lack of human evidence for its effects. Consuming wild dandelions is not recommended, especially those grown in urban and suburban settings, as they will have been exposed to pesticide. *
As long as you adhere to the recommended dosage, dandelion extract is safe to take for healthy adults.
However, dandelion root may counteract certain antibiotics. It may also decrease the liver’s ability to process medication. Additionally, if you have diabetes, are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking dandelion root.
Do not take this supplement if you have an allergy to ragweed, daisies, marigolds or chrysanthemums. If you experience itching, swelling or shortness of breath, discontinue use immediately and talk to your doctor.
How to Take Dandelion Root Extract
There are a few simple ways to incorporate dandelion into your diet. In moderation, you can eat the whole plant by adding it to salads and stir-fry dishes. Make sure to thoroughly wash the herb before eating it.
You can also reap dandelion’s benefits by taking dandelion supplements. Dandelion root extract is available in capsules, pills, teas, juices and tinctures.
You can also take dandelion root extract powder, which contains a higher concentration of the herb’s beneficial compounds. If you opt for the powder, take 1,000 mg (scant 1/3 tsp) twice daily, or as directed by your physician. *