The Mysterious Healing Power of Dandelions

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Indexed  June 26, 2010

"The Dandelion, who would have thought a weed can heal ?As Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote: "What is a weed ?It is a plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered." Though Dandelions are considered by most people to be a useless "weed", in truth it is one of the most beneficial and healthful herbs.As a medicinal plant, the Dandelion ( Taraxacum) is a self contained pharmacy.It is one of the most widely used herbal medicines in the world.The body systems primarily helped by dandelion are the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, pancreas, intestines and blood.Have you ever had liver problems ?Or have a spouse, friend or relative who has liver problems?Here is some great news.The Dandelion is held in particularly high regard as one of the safest and most important herbs for the liver.Dandelion is a time tested detoxifier and strengthener of the liver.In Germany, an over the counter drug called Hepatichol, which is made primarily from Dandelion, is available for liver and gallbladder problems.What about menstrual problems ?No Problem !One of the reasons that dandelion can improve menstrual problems is related to enhanced liver function.Are you experiencing hot flashes?Dandelion root is rich in phytosterols so it is also excellent to use during menopause to alleviate hot flashes.In case you are wondering the best ways to take Dandelion. The leaves and root are both medicinal and may be easily taken as a tea, extract or in capsule form.Dandelion has been used to cure just about everything at some time and in some place.How is your eye health ?In Germany, dandelion juice from the stem and root is used to improve eye health.The Japanese and Chinese use dandelion leaf internally to treat styes and conjunctivitis.<...   See the complete post here