Description

Dandelion is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, native to Europe, Asia and North America. Dandelion Root is the dark brown, stout and fleshy taproot of the Dandelion plant.

Health benefits

• Dandelion root helps to protect against coronary heart diseases by reducing total cholesterol, triglycerides and bad LDL cholesterol and increasing the beneficial HDL cholesterol.⁽¹⁾
• It is a good source of vitamin k and calcium that helps to strengthen bones and teeth, and keeps them strong. It contains good amount of fiber that regulates blood sugar levels, and also protects against digestive issues like constipation and stomach ulcers.⁽¹⁾
• It helps in prevention and treatment of cancer by killing off cancer cells in the body, and treats pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer.⁽¹⁾
• It is a good source of antioxidants that fight free radicals in the body, which can lead to cell damage and chronic diseases like cancer and heart diseases.⁽¹⁾
• The antioxidants present in it also supports liver health by protecting it and keeping it working effectively. It can also protect damage to the liver caused by alcohol toxicity.⁽¹⁾
• It has antimicrobial properties that can help to stop the growth of diseases causing bacteria.⁽¹⁾