Loading... Please wait...According to the University of Maryland's Medical Center in its online article, Dandelion, Ddandelion roots are used today mainly for liver and gallbladder function, as an appetite stimulant and a digestive aid. However, there are many other health benefits of dandelion root.
Treating Anemia - Because of the high content of iron in dandelion root, it is beneficial for building red blood cells in the body to treat anemia.
Treating Diabetes - Dandelion root has been shown to lower blood sugar levels in patients and in Europe it is used to treat diabetes.
Detoxification of Vital Organs - Because of the diuretic abilities of dandelion root, it is beneficial for flushing out the liver, kidneys and gallbladder. This also makes it a good herb for fighting infections.
Laxative - Dandelion root is also a mild laxative and is used to help with regularity.
Digestive System - Dandelion root, when made into a tea, is beneficial for relieving constipation, flatulence and fullness.
Treating High Blood Pressure - Dandelion root is a natural diuretic. When combined with its high potassium content, it is an effective treatment to lower blood pressure.
High Nutritional Value - Dandelion root contains vitamins A, B-complex, C and D as well as the minerals iron, zinc and potassium. This combination of vitamins and minerals also makes dandelion root a high antioxidant food.
Mood Enhancer - Due to the high amount of vitamin B-complex, dandelion root can help to stabilize mood and treat depression.
In addition to these benefits, dandelion root is also used to treat skin disorders such as acne, eczema and psoriasis. It is also used for arthritis, osteoarthritis and gout. Ongoing studies are working to link the benefits of dandelion root to treatment of cancer and as a medicine for lower cholesterol.
It is a popular bitter with a long history of use as an herbal remedy. Its name comes for the French "dents de lion," or "teeth of the lion," due to the shape of the leaf. The generic name derives from the Greek words taraxos, meaning disorder, and akos, meaning remedy. The designation officinale indicates that Dandelion was officially listed as a medicinal.
Dandelion is a source of potassium, sodium, calcium, phosphorus and iron.
The root contains bitter glycosides, tannins, triterpenes, sterols, volatile oil, choline, asparagin, and inulin.
Each caplet contains 250mg of Dandelion root powder.
DOSAGE: 1 or 2 caplets up to 3 times per day after meals
Should not be taken for longer than 6 weeks without a break.
TABLET/CAPLET SIZE: Caplet 0