Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), Is one of the natural diuretics and can remove some of the excess fluid that causes swelling. You can eat the fresh roots, flowers and leaves or use them to make tea. Dandelion Root Diuretic is used all around the world for water retention

Dandelion has been used to increase the flow of bile and aid in digestion of fats. It has also been used to restore appetite, calm the stomach, and as a diuretic.

Organic Dandelion Root Dandelion is a flowering plant grown in the United States and Europe. The root and leaves are usuall	Dandelion Dandelion is used to supports a healthy liver, kidney & blood. A mild, bitter liver stimulant and di	Dandelion Root Dandelion (taraxacum officinale) is native to Greece. Young Dandelion leaves are used as a food in s
Dandelion Root A traditional herb for the liver & bloodstream.	Dandelion Root Dandelion Root (Taraxacum Officinale) is naturally rich in potassium has been used traditionally as	Dandelion Root Dandelion (Taraxacum Officinale) is rich in potassium. Dandelion works to purify the blood. Nature’s

Dandelion Benefits

Dandelion is a rich source of nutrients and other compounds that may improve liver functions, promote weight loss, possess diuretic activity, and improve blood sugar control. Over all, dandelion is a rich source of medicinal compounds that have a “toning” effect on the body, and both dandelion greens and the roots can be used for this purpose. The digestive tonic properties attributed to dandelion are now thought to be due to a bitter principle researchers have names “taraxacin” and identified as belonging to a class of active substances called guaianolides, which have intestinal antiseptic, germicidal, and expectorant effects.

Benefit Dandelion Root Has On Your Health

Dandelion root is regarded as one of the finest liver remedies, as both food and medicine. Studies in both humans and laboratory animals have shown that dandelion root enhances the flow of bile, improving such conditions as liver congestion, bile duct inflammation, hepatitis, gallstones, and jaundice. Dandelion’s action on increasing blood flow is two fold: it has a direct effect on the liver, causing an increase in bile production and flow to the gallbladder (choleretic effect), and a direct effect on the gallbladder, causing contraction and release of stored bile (cholagogue effect).

In one animal study, dandelion significantly improved the liver’s ability to clear toxins by 244 percent.

Dandelion Treating Water Retention

This involves rectifying the underlying causes of body water retention. A low dose of diuretic (water pill) may be prescribed to reduce swelling. You will find there are many natural herbal remedies for water retention and dandelion root is just one of many that you can purchase as over the counter remedies for retaining body fluid.

Dandelion leaves are commonly recommended as a food supplement for pregnant and postmenopausal women because of the numerous nutrients they contain. This plant produces a mild diuretic effect and reduces serum cholesterol levels. Dandelion root is used to improve appetite, minor digestive problems, and works as a milk laxative.

Natural Diuretic Dandelion Root

Dandelion leaves are commonly recommended as a food supplement for pregnant and postmenopausal women because of the numerous nutrients they contain. This plant produces a mild natural diuretic effect and reduces serum cholesterol levels. Dandelion root is used to improve appetite and minor digestive problems. Clinical trials have shown Dandelion to be effective in treating pneumonia, bronchitis and upper respiratory infections.

Suggested Dosage and Use: 30-60 drops in water or juice 2-3 times daily or as needed

Drink plenty of water so that the body is well hydrated….The less water you drink, the more your body retains fluid. 64 oz. of water per day with fresh squeezed lemon will help flush out the toxins!

Dandelion For Weight Loss

Dandelion has also been historically used as a weight loss aid in the treatment of obesity. This fact prompted researchers to investigate dandelion’s effect on the body weight of experimental animals. When these animals were administered a fluid extract of dandelion greens(dandelion extract) for one month, they lost as much as 30 percent of their initial weight. Much of the weight loss appeared to be a result of significant diuretic effect.

Dandelion Root As A Natural Antibiotic

Dandelion root contains a very high concentration of an indigestible carbohydrate called inulin(by 40 percent), which serves as a food source for, and thus promotes the growth of the friendly colonic bacteria species Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillius. When these beneficial bacteria are encouraged to proliferate, they crowd out other harmful bacteria, thus acting like a natural protective antibiotic and improving the health of the digestive tract.

In one study, dandelion, given to diabetic rats in the form of a water extract, significantly improved the rats’ production of antioxidant liver enzymes while decreasing their blood sugar, total cholesterol, and triglyceride levels and raising their level of beneficial HDL cholesterol.

Dandelion’s calories count is exceptional low-a cup is only 25 calories-while its nutrient content is exceptionally high. In fact, the dandelion contains greater nutritional value than many other vegetables. It is particularly high in vitamins and minerals, protein, choline, inulin, and pectin. Its carotenoid content is extremely high, as is reflected by its higher vitamin A content than carrots’-dandelion has 14,000 IU of vitamin A per 100 grams. In addition, dandelion is an excellent source of vitamin C, riboflavin, vitamin B6, and thiamin, as well as calcium, copper and manganese, and iron.

The white crown of the dandelion leaf stems is an especially delicious part of the dandelion plant and can be eaten raw in salads or cooked.

Young tender dandelion roots are delicious cooked. Peel them with a potato peeler, slice thinly crosswise and boil in water to which you have added a pinch of baking soda. Pour of the water, cover with fresh water, and boil again. Drain and season with salt, pepper, and butter.

Dried dandelion leafs were used and still are to this day as an ingredient in many digestive drinks and herb beers(dandelion stout). Dandelion stout is a drink made from dandelions, nettles and yellow dock. Here is a recipe for dandelion wine.

How To Make Dandelion Wine

Pour a gallon of boiling water over a gallon of the dandelion flowers. After being well stirred, it is covered with a blanket and allowed to stand for 3 days, being stirred again at intervals, after which it is strained and the liquor boiled for 30 minutes, with the addition of three and half pounds of loaf sugar, a little ginger sliced, and the rinds of 1 orange and 1 lemon sliced. When cold, a little yeast is placed in it on a piece of toast, producing fermentation. It is the covered over and allowed to stand two days until it has ceased “working”, when it is placed in a cask, well bunged down for two months before bottling. This wine is suggestive of sherry slightly flat, and has the deserved reputation of being an excellent tonic, extremely good for the blood.

How To Make Dandelion Coffee

Dandelion roots are used to make coffee. Scrub them well and let dry completely. When thoroughly dry, roast in a slow oven (200-250 degrees F.) for 4 hours or more until they are deep brown and break with a snap. Allow to cool and grind coarsely. Store the dried coffee substitute as is in sealed containers, or blend first with chicory. Use one teaspoon of ground root for one cup of coffee.

The prepared powder is said to be indistinguishable from real coffee, and is claimed to be an improvement to inferior coffee, which is often an adulterated product. As of late Dandelion Coffee has come more into use in this country, being obtainable at most vegetarian restaurants and stores. Dandelion Coffee is a natural beverage without any of the injurious effects that ordinary tea and coffee have on the nerves and digestive organs. It exercises a stimulating influence over the whole system, helping the liver and kidneys to do their work and keeping the bowels in a healthy condition, so that it offers great advantages to dyspeptics and does not cause wakefulness.

How To Make Dandelion Tea

Dandelion tea can be made from the plant’s leaves, root or flowers. To make dandelion leaf or flower tea, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of dried leaves or buds to 1 cup of boiling water and allow to steep for 3 to 5 minutes. If using the roots, scrub them, add 1 cup of them to 4 cups of boiling water, cover, and let simmer for 10 t0 15 minutes. The tea is strongest if left to steep over night.

The benefits of dandelion are fantastic for your health and wellness. Your body can benefit dandelion uses in many ways as you have seen.

Nature’s Way Dandelion Root-Water Retention capsules are a convenient way to enjoy the diuretic, antiviral and digestive properties of dandelion herb. This water retention supplement is acceptable for vegetarians. Dandelion root has a long history of use as an herbal remedy, as a food, and in beverages. Dandelion root is native to Greece. Young Dandelion leaves are used as a food in salads or cooked as greens. The name comes from the French “denis de lion,” or “teeth of the lion,” due to the shape of the leaf.
Latin Name: Taraxacum officinale – A well-known herbal bitter

The Herbal Shopper!