We will find it in meadows, pastures, gardens and lawns. Available all over Europe. Regarded as a difficult weed to remove. Dandelion, otherwise known as dandelion, is a plant highly valued in herbal medicine, and the tincture made from it heals – especially urinary tract infections and cholecystitis!
Everyone knows him – we see him in various places covered with grass. Its eradication from the garden is often not easy. Dandelion spreads quickly because the dispersal method of its seeds, which have flying apparatuses, causes them to move over long distances. Dandelion is a melliferous plant because it attracts various insects, and the honey obtained from it is one of the healthiest.
Composition and health properties of dandelion
Dandelion root is a wealth of active substances:
- Inuliny,
- tannins,
- phytosterols,
- Easily absorbable mineral salts, mainly potassium.
The leaves contain:
- They have a reduced amount of compounds contained in the root, but they contain flavonoids, carotenoids, magnesium, potassium, silicon, vitamins B and C.
Dandelion flowers contain as many active substances as leaves, but they contain more essential oil and contain phytoestrogens.
What will it help?
First of all, it is a natural medicine that increases the secretion of bile in the gallbladder and liver. It will therefore be ideal for use in the case of diseases of these organs. In addition, it does not lead to a decrease in the content of potassium in the blood, because it is rich in this ingredient. Increases the amount of urine excreted and the amount of digestive juices.
It can also be used to treat anemia – it ensures the restoration of the proper composition of the blood, providing many valuable vitamins and minerals. It also removes toxins from the body.
Dandelion is also useful for skin problems. Applied externally, it will fight warts, warts, and speed up the healing process. It will have a positive effect on the immune system because it contains interferon, which motivates the body to fight bacteria and viruses. In addition, flowers regulate ovulation and menstrual disorders, are useful in the treatment of pharyngitis and oral cavity.
Dandelion tincture – recipe
It will especially help people with problems related to the urinary tract or bile secretion. Prepare 150g of acacia honey, 1 liter of 40% vodka, 5 grams of dandelion flowers. Clean the flowers, dry, pour vodka and leave in the sun for three weeks. After this time, strain them, add honey and mix. Such tincture matures for a minimum of six months.