Dandelion

Overview

Liver and kidney drainer

Latin name : Taraxacum officinale

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used

Racine et feuille

Preparation Forms

tisane, teinture mere, extrait sec, jus, eps

Active Compounds

inuline, taraxacine, sesquiterpenes lactones

Therapeutic Properties

• Cholagogue
• Diuretic
• Depurative
• Bitter tonic

Indications

• Liver detoxification
• Water retention
• Slow digestion
• Dermatoses

Recommended Dosage

3-5 g root as decoction or 4-10 g leaves as infusion

Contraindications

• Biliary obstruction
• Gallstones
• Allergy to Asteraceae

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✓ Compatible
• Breastfeeding : ✓ Compatible
• Children : ✓ Compatible