dandelions?

[Bob Right]

I have been looking for an easy-to-obtain, harmless diuretic for a while now.  After much research, I have found quite a few sites speaking of dandelion leaves as a good diuretic.  I wish to try using it, but I would like to hear other people's experiences first.
How well do they work?  How long does it take to get the effect?  How much should be consumed to have a useful effect?  What recipies are available?  Should they be raw or cooked?  Please answer some of these questions or give some insight on this topic.
Thank you very much.  I hope to find some interesting ideas.

[butterman100]

well iv'e never tried it before myself. but the best thing you can do when using dandelions as a diuretic is to let them steep in hot water to make some dandelion tea. however many you use doesn't matter it's just whatever tastes best for you. experiment with it a bit and see what you like best. i hope this was helpful.

[wdggrl]

Wow, I've never heard of that before. Make sure to tell us how it was. Dandelions don't sound very delicious, but I'm always interested in tea.

[butterman100]

from what i hear it tastes just the same as green tea or at least a lot similar. i have a good friend who tells me that it is delicious.

[js93612]

Just find yourself a tea that contains catnip.  So far it's the best thing I have ever found.

If you're in the states, I drink a tea called 'Tension Tamer' by, IIRC, Celestial Seasonings.  Available anywhere (At least in California/Nevada where I have obtained it).

[purplelotus]

I think there are dandelion pills available, though I've never sought after them.