Cook it well (steam, paise, simmer in a small amount of water, or cook in a pressure cooker for 35 minutes) Slice it thin, or cut in 1/2 inch cubes, or grind it if you like (it will dehydrate faster when ground up).
1 For patients not covered by health insurance, birth control pills typically cost $20 to $50 a month. Birth control pills are 98 to 99 percent effective when taken exactly as directed -- at the same time every day without missing a day. 2  Vomiting before the hormones get into your system also can lower effectiveness.
Even if you are on a daily contraceptive to prevent getting pregnant, there are times when you may forget to take your pill. If this has happened to you or you have had unprotected sex, the Plan B pill might be an option. How much does plan b cost? On average, Plan B is going to retail for $30 to as much as $65. Costs can be lower for those who meet certain income requirements. On Amazon.com, the costs of one tablet is close to $35. According to About.com, the cost of Plan B ranges something from $35 to $60, with the average cost of about $45. At Drugstore.com, Plan B one-step retails for $47.