Dandelion Root

Taraxacum officinale radix (Asteraceae - Daisy Family)

Also Known As: Lion's tooth, Blowball, Cankerwort, Wet-a-bed

Ayurvedic Names: Not traditionally used

TCM Name: Pu Gong Ying (whole plant used)

BENEFITS

Our herbs offer powerful herbal benefits and are not limited to just one category. Discover the full range of what each herb can do:

Detox & Digestion: Digestive support, bitter, liver support
Ageing & Longevity: Cholesterol management
Female Health: PMS support

CONSTITUENTS

Bitter glycosides: Taraxacin, tannins, triterpenes: taraxol and taraxsterol, phytosterols, volatile oils, choline, asparagine, inulin, levulin, pectin, phenolic acids.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated with: Lithium, antibiotics, blood thinners, diuretics, blood pressure medication, sedatives, diabetic medication.