When to take it
Before or with meals.
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DigestionWeak evidence
Dandelion
Also known as: Taraxacum officinale
Dandelion is a common herb whose root is traditionally used to support digestion and bile flow, and whose leaf is used as a mild diuretic. Clinical evidence in humans is limited.
What it is used for
- Support of digestion and appetite – traditional use
- Mild diuretic effect of the leaf – weak evidence
- Liver support – mainly traditional use and animal studies
Forms and how they differ
root
for digestion and bile, tea or extract
leaf
mildly diuretic, tea
dry extract capsules
standardised dose
Pairs well with
Bitter herbs, artichoke.
Do not combine / separate
Combining with diuretic medicines without asking your doctor.
Watch out for
If you are allergic to the daisy family, have gallstones or kidney disease, are pregnant, or take diuretics, lithium or blood thinners, consult your doctor.
Safety
Do not exceed the dose stated on the label.
Practical tip
Young dandelion leaves can also be added to salads.
Products containing Dandelion 3
Milk thistle + Artichoke + Dandelion 300 mgsilymarin extract · 300 mg / capsule
Dandeliontincture
Dandelion root 500 mgroot · 500 mg / capsule
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence
Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.
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Acacia fibreWeak evidenceActivated charcoalModerate evidenceAloe veraWeak evidenceApple fibreModerate evidenceArtichokeWeak evidenceBetaine HClWeak evidence
Important notice
This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.