Dandelion Root

50g (1.75oz)

Medicinal Name: Taraxacum officinale

Properties: diuretic, bitter, cholagogue, anti-rheumatic, laxative, tonic. detoxifier

Treatment: constipation, acne, eczema, arthritis, rheumatism, balance blood sugar, insulin resistance, diabetes, cancer

Description:

Dandelion is a very powerful diuretic on par with furosemide, it treats high blood pressure by reducing the volume of fluid in the body. Additionally, herbal diuretics stimulate just the elimination of water and potassium, as dandelion leaf has very high levels of potassium, there is no potassium lost!

Dandelion root is a key detoxifying herb that gently stimulates the liver and gall bladder’s capacity to clear waste products from the body.

Dandelion root is a good prebiotic, supporting the health of the gut flora. It has traditionally been used in the early stages of type 2 diabetes, stimulating insulin release from the pancreas

A 2004 laboratory study reported dandelion root had marked anticancer activity. It significantly increased tumor necrosis factor and apoptosis (programmed cell death).

Preparation:

Decoction: add roots to water and bring to a boil, reduce to low heat and simmer for 15-30 minutes.