The dandelion roots are the nutrient absorbing parts of the sunny and bright yellow flower. You can process the roots and its leaves for safe consumption. The dandelion roots are cut, sifted, and dried in Spring season where it blossoms the best. The dandelion root is a natural stimulant that gives you a good energy boost in the morning. In addition, it comes with several possible health benefits such as having anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps to reduce blood cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure, regulates blood sugar levels, high in anti-oxidants, and even helps in weight loss via its diuretic properties. Organic Way sources its certified organic dandelion root directly from small-scale farm co-ops in Albania. If you like this tea’s unique flavour, you may also enjoy our organic hawthorn berries whole. Also hawthorn berries cut & sifted. Our cut and sifted dandelion root means that the herb is not sold in whole form, but rather "cut" into smaller pieces and then "sifted" to remove the small pieces and dust that result from the cutting process. The dandelion plant is useful from its flower, leaves, and even roots.