Dandelion Root
Ingredients: 100% Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale).
Indicated for:
> Detox;
> Liver;
> Kidneys;
> Gallbladder.
What is Dandelion Root Tea good for
Dandelion root tea is used as a mild appetite stimulant. Helps relieve stomach pains, improving digestion. It may also act as a natural laxative. Some preliminary research suggests that dandelion can help improve liver and gallbladder function due to its detoxifying action. Due to the mild depurative effect, it provides, dandelion root is much appreciated by herbalists, being a useful ingredient whenever there is any kind of toxicity, including chronic dermatological disorders and recurrent infections.
Traditional uses: asthenia, urinary infections, indigestion, fluid retention, fatty liver, flatulence, lack of appetite, constipation, kidney stones, rheumatism, and diabetes.
Curiosities:
Dandelion is a PANC (Non-Conventional Food Plants) originating in Europe. Usually identified as a weed, dandelion easily adapts to different climates. It is in fresh salads or children's games that Dandelion stands out the most.
Water temperature: 100º
Infusion time: 10 minutes
Recommended quantity: Approx. 1 teaspoon of dandelion root per cup (240ml) of water.
Dosage: Drink 3 cups a day, before meals.
How to prepare: put 1 teaspoon of dandelion in a pan with boiled water. Then cover and let it infuse for 10 minutes. Finally, strain and let cool slightly before drinking. For best results, a healthy lifestyle is recommended.
Store in a dry, cool, and dark place.
Warnings: This plant should be avoided by pregnant women or babies, even by anyone with hypersensitivity to the active principles of the plant.
NOTE: The image shown is just a suggestion of presentation, and the type of cut and dimensions of the plant may vary depending on the supply or time of year, keeping all the quality, functionality, and properties of the tea unchanged.