What are Dandelions?
Dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) are a species of flowering plants from the Asteraceae family. You’re probably already familiar with these pesky green and yellow weeds, since they like to take over your nice green lawn in the summer. But did you know that these annoying weeds are actually loaded with vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, B, C, D, and K, as well as minerals like iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, and potassium? They also contain flavonoids such as apigenin and luteolin. Therefore, it is not surprising that dandelions have been used to make syrups, wines, and teas. Their leaves are occasionally used in soups, salads, and sandwiches, while the roasted roots can be used as a coffee substitute.
What are the Health Benefits of Dandelions?
Given the rich vitamins and minerals contained in dandelion, it is not surprising that it has been used to treat many health conditions for centuries. Although there are limited clinical studies on its medical effectiveness, there are documented cases of it being used to treat skin infections, viral infections, edema, UTI, stomach problems, gallstones, inflammation, menstrual cramps, muscle and joint aches, eczema, high cholesterol levels, low blood circulation, and even tuberculosis1. More recently, it has become an extremely popular herb for detox diets and liver cleansing routines2.
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