Universal Edibility Test: What Is It and How To Do It

[Watchman]

If you plan on bugging out to the wilderness, one of the most important skills you could have is learning how to identify edible wild plants.] But this is hardly easy, and regional variations along with dangerous look-alikes could spell disaster if you choose poorly. One way to mitigate this risk is to employ the universal edibility test. What is the universal edibility test? The universal edibility test is a method developed by the United States Army for determining whether or not unknown plants are safe to eat. By slowly and methodically testing each component of a plant for toxicity, it is possible to avoid poisoning when the positive identification is uncertain or impossible. The universal edibility test is a simple, easy to implement, and generally effective method for determining the safety of wild plants when trying to supplement your food supply in the wilderness. However, there are some significant shortcomings with the test that you should be aware of before using it. In this article, we will cover the steps of the universal edibility test, why you should never use it on mushrooms, and the importance of positively identifying wild plants before eating them. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE