“This herb is beneficial in assisting to decrease amounts of serum cholesterol and uric acid (a major driver of pain and inflammation in the body”.

We continue with our  A-Z of Herbs series with a healing herb, better known to most as a weed that pops up in our lawn or is seen growing along the roadside.  This herb is DANDELION and contains much more nutritional value than many other vegetables or herbs.

Dandelion’s botanical name is Taraxacum officinale Wiggers (Fam. Compositae).  It is also referred to as Lion’s Tooth.   It is native to Western Europe and is found growing wild around the world as a weed in temperate climates.

It is a perennial plant with a thick, juicy, branching taproot and its leaves form a rosette at the base. The leaves have a jagged tooth shape and for this reason the French named it “dente de lion” which was then converted to ‘dandelion’ in the English Language. It produces hollow flower stalks which bear a yellow daisy-like flower.  This flower head turns into a white, downy “puff-ball” head with tiny, fluffy parachutes which carry seeds in the breeze.  You may remember these fluffy parachutes by the name of “Santa Claus” as children, and when caught we would make a wish and blow them into the breeze carrying our wishes.

Chinese and Ayurvedic Herbalists have used Dandelion for thousands of years for its powerful benefits for treating pneumonia, colds, hepatitis, obesity, ulcers, and boils, just to name a few ailments.

In Herbal Medicine today, Dandelion Root is used as a gentle tonic to help restore and purify the liver and gallbladder from toxins.  It is also useful for:

• Assisting to decrease amounts of serum cholesterol and uric acid (a major driver of pain and inflammation in the body).
• Treating skin inflammations such as abscesses and boils.
• Improved performance of many organs such as pancreas, spleen and kidneys.
• Easing bloating and general upset stomach and constipation.
• May help in the prevention of gallstones.
• Helping to reduce water retention.

Dandelion Root is my herb of choice for the Liver,
Gallbladder and the removal of Uric Acid from the body

Dandelion Root is particularly high in iron, minerals, proteins, choline, insulin, pectin and is very high in beta carotenoid content.   The leaves of the plant can be used in salads and the root is often roasted and made into a beverage/tea and has become well- known as a healthier alternative to coffee.

Remember Herbs should always be prescribed by a Qualified Herbalist.

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