Dandelion Greens
Overview
Dandelion greens are bitter leafy greens providing prebiotic fiber and supporting gut health. They are part of a diverse leafy green intake strategy that supports gut microbiome diversity.
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 | Contribution Level | Therapeutic Areas | Mechanism of Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hormonal Response | Vitamin K2 (MK forms) | Contextual / minor contributor | 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