Organic Dandelion Root

Description

Benefits: Dandelion root can be used to reduce cholesterol, blood sugar, inflammation, and blood pressure. It may aid in weight loss and reduce chance of cancer, as well as boosting the immune system. It has been used historically to treat stomach and liver complaints. Dandelion root is also good for the skin and can sooth acne and eczema.

Uses:  The dried leaves may be prepared as a tea or tincture. Fresh leaves are edible, often used in salads. The leaves and roots are both used in brewing dandelion wines, beer, and coffee substitutes. The roots can also be blanched, skinned, boiled, then roasted and served like any root vegetable.

Description: Dandelion, also known as blow ball and lion’s tooth,  has traditionally been used to treat liver conditions and as a natural diuretic.   Every part of the plant is edible, and the leaves make a great nutrient dense addition to salads.  Dandelion is very healing to the digestive system, it balances the natural and beneficial bacteria in the intestines, and increases bile needed for hard to digest fats. This nutritional powerhouse also helps aid in the body’s natural detoxification process.

Botanical Name:  Taraxacum officinale

Origin:   Poland