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How can I identify and use wild herbs

Sure! Here are three different ways you can identify and use wild herbs:

**Research and Learn**: Start by getting a good field guide or downloading an app that focuses on wild herbs. You can also join local foraging groups or attend workshops. Once you have a few herbs identified, try using them in your cooking. For example, you can add wild garlic to your pasta or use dandelion leaves in a salad.

**Observe and Taste**: When you’re out for a walk, keep an eye out for common wild herbs like mint or clover. If you think you’ve found something, gently crush a leaf and smell it. If it smells good, it’s a good sign! Just make sure you’re 100% sure of what you’ve found before eating it. You can make a nice herbal tea with some wild mint or toss some fresh herbs into a smoothie.