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The dandelion or common dandelion is a common weed that has long been known in folk medicine and used to prevent a variety of ailments. Colloquially called a dandelion and (incorrectly) a dandelion. It is perfect for syrup or honey, with a delicate, golden color and excellent taste. Dandelion has a number of properties that are valuable to our health, so it is worth knowing the possibilities of this seemingly modest plant. Dandelion has anti-diabetic and diuretic properties, helps with skin and stomach ailments, improves immunity, and its supporters even prove that it has some anti-cancer properties.
Dandelion – properties and benefits
Dandelion has many advantages in its roots, herbs and flowers, and virtually every part of it can be used in the treatment and prevention of ailments, as well as for its taste. As for its healing properties, the common dandelion is very versatile:
- has anti-diabetic properties – containing inulin, it supports the regulation of carbohydrate metabolism, slows down the absorption of sugar, lowers the glycemic index of dishes,
- it has a diuretic effect – its action has cleansing properties for the body, it is additionally used in the case of edema, kidney diseases, gout, obesity,
- supports immunity – it is recommended in convalescence, in the elderly, recommended in the period of increased incidence of viral diseases,
- helpful in skin diseases – it especially works on unsightly warts and warts, this effect is demonstrated by the milk that can be seen after the fracture of the stem (order the Vianek moisturizing foot cream with dandelion extract, ideal for rough skin),
- supports digestion – increases the secretion of gastric juice and bile, prevents bile stagnation, recommended in the prevention of gallstone disease, in the deficiency of gastric juices in convalescence in liver diseases,
- supports weight loss – the inulin present in the dandelion reduces appetite,
- has anti-cancer properties – dandelion root extract drunk in the form of a tea, according to some scientists, affects cancer, especially in the case of leukemia and lymphomas (Dandelion root in the form of dried herbs for brewing can be bought at Medonet Market),
- the infusion of dandelion flowers regulates menstrual cycles and the work of the ovaries thanks to the flavonoids and folic acid they contain (try the dandelion flower – organic tea),
- Dandelion also appears as an ingredient in hair cosmetics. It supports hair growth, strengthens the bulbs and accelerates the regeneration of the scalp; additionally reduces dandruff, has anti-inflammatory properties and reduces greasy hair. Dandelion can be found e.g. in Elixir for dark hair – regenerating conditioner spray Bioherba.
Dandelion leaves also have positive properties that have a positive effect on human health. You can brew a dandelion leaf as a tea.
Dandelion root extract is available on the Medonet Market platform as a Dandelion Root 520 mg supplement in the form of capsules or as a component of the Alkaline Herbs Bio Yogi Tea herbal tea. We also recommend Dandelion Root Coffee, which is decaffeinated and has a delicate nut flavor.
Dandelion – syrup
Dandelion syrup can be extracted from the flowers, the stem and the root. It has antitussive as well as cleansing and antiatherosclerotic properties. It has even more beneficial properties, because it contains: vitamins A, C and D – responsible for immunity and strengthening the skeletal system; B vitamins – affect the work of the liver, support the nervous system; minerals such as potassium, silicon, magnesium, iron; inulin – reducing blood sugar levels; silicic acid – provides the skin with an improvement in its appearance; asparagine – stimulating the work of the brain; triterpenes – lowering cholesterol and detoxifying; flavonoids – having antioxidant properties, thus delaying the aging process; tannins – have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
At Medonet Market you will find ready-made Dandelion Flower Syrup with Vitamin C or Szczepanówka Dandelion Syrup, which can also be added to tea. Also, try organic dandelion juice.
Dandelion syrup supports the treatment of respiratory and urinary tract infections, improves digestion, supports the treatment of liver and gall bladder diseases, has antiatherosclerotic properties, soothes skin ailments, and accelerates wound healing. It is not recommended for people suffering from gastric ulcer and hyperacidity. For diabetics, the infusion of dandelion flowers is also better, because the syrup contains a large amount of sugar.
In digestive ailments, it is worth drinking Pukka Clean Matcha Green regularly – green tea with matcha enriched with dandelion root. We also recommend Dandelion Honey Bieszczadzkie Honey, which you can find at Medonet Market in a 400g or 1200g jar.