Dandelion root

Healing properties

The benefits of dandelion root and its properties are confirmed by folk and traditional medicine:

• has an antitumor effect;
• fights viral and bacterial infections, has expectorant, antipyretic, antispasmodic, and tonic effects;
• has a beneficial effect on the digestive system, removes toxins and toxins, and regulates bile production;
• has an effect in dermatovenereological pathologies;
• has a good effect on the functioning of the hematopoietic system;
• stabilizes the nervous system and acts as a source of energy;
• is useful for the prevention of diabetes mellitus;

The root is a natural storehouse of inulin (a polysaccharide essential for diabetes). It also contains sucrose, which is beneficial for the stomach, active flavonoids, glycosides, organic acids, triterpene saponins, and a wide range of valuable trace elements and vitamins.

It is also very useful for weight loss. In this case, the therapeutic effect is achieved due to its laxative and diuretic effect. By improving liver function, dandelion helps cleanse the liver of toxins and improve cellular regeneration.

Method of application

Broth: 1 tbsp. l. Pour a glass of water over the chopped dandelion root, boil over low heat for 2-3 minutes, and leave for half an hour. Take a third of a glass 15-20 minutes before meals 3 times a day.

Contraindications

acute form of digestive system diseases (gastritis, ulcers, pancreatitis); high level of stomach acidity; individual intolerance.