Tag: Air drying

According to a study published in PMC, freeze-drying burdock leaves yields the highest concentration of beneficial polyphenols, though other accessible methods like air and oven drying are also effective. Drying burdock leaves correctly is crucial for preserving their potent medicinal properties and unique flavor for use in teas and remedies.

Cleavers (Galium aparine), also known as goosegrass, is a common and useful springtime herb found in many parts of the world. This guide provides proven techniques for how to dry cleavers for tea without a dehydrator, using simple air-drying and oven methods to preserve its medicinal properties and flavor.

Over 50% of the United States' elderberry harvest is used for herbal supplements and remedies, highlighting the demand for properly preserved berries. Drying elderberries is a vital step in harnessing their nutritional and medicinal potential for long-term storage, but choosing the right method is crucial for retaining quality and safety.