The dandelion has been called the elixir of life, as it cleanses the body of waste products. Due to its cleansing properties, the dandelion is known as a blood purifier, laxative, liver tonic and remedy for fatigue. Dandelion is also a good bile stimulant, which improves the functioning of the digestive tract and liver metabolism. The bitter compounds found in dandelion are extremely beneficial to the body, stimulating the activity of the stomach and digestive glands and thus aiding digestion.
Dandelion is rich in nutrients
For example, the plant contains various amino and fatty acids, inulin (when inulin breaks down in the gut, it forms fructose, which is the sweetest natural sugar), iron, zinc, boron, calcium, silicon, and particularly potassium, as well as vitamins A, B, C and D.
Dandelion has a diuretic effect
The diuretic effect of dandelion may be due to the high potassium content in its leaves and roots. Although most diuretics reduce the amount of potassium in the body, dandelion contains so much potassium that, despite its diuretic effect, it does not lower potassium levels.
Dandelion roots and stems help combat diabetes.
These stimulate insulin production in the pancreas, which in turn stabilises blood sugar levels.
Dandelion purifies the blood
If you have a problem with your digestive system or need to rid your body of toxins, dandelion tea may be just the herbal remedy you need. The liver produces bile for the digestive system and also filters chemicals and other impurities from the blood.
Bacterial infection
Dandelions are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, which help the body fight infections, such as the bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. Drinking dandelion tea every day can help resolve this problem.
The health benefits of dandelion:
- One of the most effective detoxifiers (cleanses the blood, lymph and liver)
- Supports liver function and bile secretion (stimulates digestion; beneficial in cases of low stomach acidity)
- An excellent liver cleanser for liver overload (hepatitis, gallbladder problems)
- Used to treat inflammation
- Due to its high iron and zinc content, it is used to support the treatment of anaemia
- Used to support the treatment of chronic ulcers, joint stiffness and tuberculosis
- Used as a diuretic, i.e. to promote the excretion of fluid
