Dandelion Greens
Overview
Dandelion greens are bitter leafy greens providing prebiotic fiber and supporting gut health. Dandelion greens are bitter greens with prebiotic fiber and are part of diverse leafy green intake.
Recipes
Substances
1 substance in this food
Vitamin K2 (MK forms)
Calcium handling; potential roles in brain health; often co-occurs with fat-soluble vitamins
Preparation Notes
- Can be consumed raw or cooked
- Bitter taste may be an acquired preference
- Part of diverse prebiotic fiber strategy
- Supports gut microbiome diversity
Biological Target Matrix
| Biological Target | Substance | Therapeutic Areas | Mechanism of Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hormonal Response | Vitamin K2 (MK forms) | Modulates calcium distribution; supports calcium handling and may support neural function; occurs in fermented foods and certain animal products |
References
- Dandelion greens: Bitter greens with prebiotic fiber