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Dandelion

• Dandelion
• General Information
  Dandelion greens are edible and a rich source of vitamin A.
  Common Name(s)
  dandelion, lion's tooth, blowball
  Scientific Name(s)
  Taraxacum officinale
  How is Dandelion usually used?
  The leaves and roots of the dandelion, or the whole plant, are used fresh or dried in teas, capsules, or extractextractto get, separate, or isolate a desired active ingredients. Dandelion leaves are used in salads or as a cooked green, and the flowers are used to make wine
  What is Dandelion used for?
  Dandelion has been used in many traditional medical systems, including Native American and traditional Arabic medicine.
• Historically, dandelion was most commonly used to treat liver diseases, kidney diseases, and spleen problems. Less commonly, dandelion was used to treat digestive problems and skin conditions.
• Today, dandelion is used by some as a liver or kidney "tonictonican agent that strengthens and invigorates," as a diureticdiuretican agent that increases urine flow, and for minor digestive problems.
• Your health care provider may have recommended this product for other conditions. Contact a health care provider if you have questions.