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==News About Dandelions== | ==News About Dandelions== | ||
'''How Much Iron Is in Dandelions?''' | |||
*Source:http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/much-iron-dandelions-6312.html | |||
:By Sara Ipatenco | |||
You might consider dandelions a pesky weed that pops up in your lawn and garden, but they are greens that could boost your diet. Yes, you can eat dandelions, which happen to be quite nutritious. In addition to a good dose of iron, dandelions also supply other key vitamins and minerals. | |||
:Dandelions | |||
One cup of raw dandelion greens contains 1.7 milligrams of iron, which is 21 percent of the 8 milligrams men should aim to consume each day, and 9 percent of the 18 milligrams women should have each day. A cup of cooked dandelion greens delivers 1.89 milligrams of iron. | |||
:Iron | |||
Iron is an essential mineral that plays several key roles in your body. The mineral promotes the healthy production of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout your body. Iron is also important for making energy from the foods you eat. The nutrient might also boost your immunity. About 80 percent of the world's population is iron deficient, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Mild iron deficiency can cause weakness and fatigue. More severe iron deficiency leads to anemia, a disease that decreases the function of your red blood cells and diminishes your ability to transport oxygen properly. | |||
:Additional Benefits | |||
You get a whopping 376 to 428 micrograms of vitamin K in a cup of dandelion greens, which is significantly more than the 90 to 120 micrograms that you need each day. The same cup of dandelion greens supplies about 5 times the vitamin A you need each day. Dandelion greens provide slightly more than 10 percent of the 1,000 milligrams of calcium you need daily for strong bones and teeth. A cup of raw dandelion greens provides about 19 milligrams of vitamin C, too. You'll also get between 1.5 and 2 grams of protein, 2 or 3 grams of dietary fiber and about 200 milligrams of potassium. | |||
:Tips | |||
Dandelion greens taste best when they're harvested before they bloom. After blooming, the greens start to taste bitter. Wash the greens thoroughly before using them. Let them dry if you plan on eating them raw. Raw dandelion greens enhance the flavor of a tossed green salad. Tear the greens and add them to pasta salad for another tasty serving suggestion. Steam dandelion greens, squeeze them with a bit of lemon juice and sprinkle them with salt and pepper for a nutritious side dish that pairs well with grilled meat or fish. | |||
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'''What Is the Benefit of Eating Young Dandelion Leaves?''' | '''What Is the Benefit of Eating Young Dandelion Leaves?''' | ||
*Source:http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/benefit-eating-young-dandelion-leaves-5457.html | *Source:http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/benefit-eating-young-dandelion-leaves-5457.html | ||