Our Herb Garden

Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale
Used in infectious conditions including allergies. An individual may feel better with touch and works from resting or lying down. Dandelion is a powerful diuretic and acts similar to the drug furosemide. Can be used when diuretic action is indicated. It is a superb natural source of potassium. There is often a history of environmental exposure that involves liver. Dandelion can be helpful in inflammation and congestion of liver and gallbladder
9 Health Benefits of Dandelion
- Lowers high blood pressure
- Reduces cholesterol
- Fights gout inflammation
- Helps remove edema
- Aid in blood sugar imbalances
- Contains potent antioxidants
- Fights inflammation
- Promotes a healthy liver
- Useful with skin diseases due to the action on the liver
Properties of Dandelion
Diuretic, hepatic, laxative, tonic and bitter
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