Dandelion and Taraxacum officinale.Dandelion extract.

Contents

• Plant Description and Basic Data.
• Archeology and Name Origin of Dadelion.
• Dandelion extracts?Phytochemicals of Dandelion.
• Traditional and Contemporary Use.
• Medicinal Action and Function of Dandelion.
• Some particularly important uses of Dandelion.
• Internally and Externally use of Dandelion.
• Common uses and application of Dandelion root.
• Take Method and Dosage of Dandelion related products.
• Possible Interactions,Side Effects and Precautions of Dandelion.
• How Search Engine think about Dandelion.
• Research Update:Dandelion.

Applications and Properties:

Applications:

Anemia.
Antimicrobial.
Antineoplastic.
Bladder infection and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Muscle spasms and nighttime leg cramps.
Cholagogue.
Diabetes:Endocrine.
Digestive aid and appetite stimulant.
Diuretic and mild laxative.
Hepatitis B treatment.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IRS).
Regulation of blood glucose.
Skin and mucus membranes.

Properties:

Dandelion extract has been used for generations as a medicine for conditions such as fevers, diarrhea, fluid retention, breast problems and liver diseases. Its main use as an ergogenic aid is as a diuretic (to decrease water retention). It often is combined with other diuretic agents (such as horsetail extract) to magnify results.
Dosage:Powdered extract (10:1) root:250 mg one to three times a day.Dried powdered extract:250~1000 mg three to four times daily.

Safety and Toxicity:

Acute toxicity of dandelion is low. LD 50 values in mice for the root are 36.8 g/kg and for herb are 28.8 g/kg.

Reference:

• 1.Dandelion and Taraxacum officinale.Dandelion extract.

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♣ last edit date:12th,Oct.2010.