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Herbal Energetics
Parts Used
Leaf, root
Temperature
Cooling
Moisture
Drying
Tone
Toning
Taste
Bitter
Caution
Do not use if you have kidney disease, diabetes, heart failure, or if you are allergic to plants in the daisy (Asteraceae) family.
Consume for 2 weeks, take a break, then resume.
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Dandelion
Medicinal Properties
Antibacterial
(inhibits growth of bacteria)
Anticancer
(inhibits growth of cancer)
Anticoagulant
(thins the blood)
Antifungal
(combats fungal infections)
Anti-inflammatory
(controls inflammation)
Antimicrobial
(inhibits growth of microbes)
Antioxidants
(protects against oxidation)
Antirheumatic
(prevents and reduces joint pain, swelling, and limited mobility)
Antiviral
(inhibits virus from growing)
Hepatoprotective
(supports and protects the liver)
Common Preparations
Tea, Tinctures, Bitters, Decoctions
Benefits
May decrease triglycerides
May improve aortal thickness
Reduces oxidative stress
Aids in liver detoxification
Aids in digestion, stimulates bile production
May protect against cancer, especially pancreatic, liver, and breast cancer
Mild diuretic
May regulate blood sugar
Dandelion leaves are highly nutritious and are recommended for pregnant women.
Resources
1) Dandelion - Benefits, folklore, botany and more | Traditional medicinals. (n.d.). Traditional Medicinals. https://www.traditionalmedicinals.com/blogs/herb-library/dandelion
2) Dandelion root organic. (n.d.). Mountain Rose Herbs. https://mountainroseherbs.com/dandelion-root
3) Dandelion’s therapeutic uses | Research Starters | EBSCO Research. (n.d.). EBSCO. https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/complementary-and-alternative-medicine/dandelions-therapeutic-uses
4) The surprising benefits of eating dandelions | Science Societies. (n.d.). https://www.sciencesocieties.org/publications/csa-news/2025/march/the-surprising-benefits-of-eating-dandelions?q=publications/csa-news/2025/march/the-surprising-benefits-of-eating-dandelions/&acsSsoAuthCheck=1