In fact, one study found that dandelion root extract killed some skin cancer cells. Unfortunately, there’s no standard amount ...

Dandelion tea is most often made from the roasted root, but sometimes the whole flower as well, says Jenelle Kim, a doctor of Chinese medicine, certified herbalist, and founder of JBK Wellness Labs.

Given the plethora of dandelions in the wild, it might make more sense to harvest your own instead ... or chopped up and ...