The ultimate depurative plant, friend of liver and kidneys.
Description
Dandelion is an edible wild plant with remarkable depurative properties. Its leaves are diuretic while its root is a powerful liver tonic. Rich in potassium, it naturally compensates for mineral loss from its diuretic effect.
Benefits
Depurative
Diuretic
Liver tonic
Choleretic
Rich in potassium
How to use
As salad (fresh leaves), root decoction, juice or tincture.
📋 Recommended preparation
Decoction: boil 3-5g dried roots in 250ml water for 5 minutes, steep 10 minutes. 2-3 cups per day.
Precautions
Contraindicated for bile duct obstruction.
Possible allergy in people sensitive to Asteraceae.
May interact with diuretics and lithium.
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