The latex is where some of the phytochemicals are located. I have used the leaves without problems (personally, as everyone is different) in salads, pesto’s, and dried them in different ways for later use. They really help increase urine output!
I pick a whole handful everyday and toss em down the hatch. Â Never any problems for me. Â I always suggest caution though. Â Small amounts progressing to larger amounts over days or weeks.