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Product Name Historical uses Category Issued
Dandelion (Leaf / Root)
Taraxacum officinale		 Astringent, cholagogue, diuretic, galactagogue, hepatic, hyperglycemic, hypoglycemic, lithotriptic, lymphatic cleanser, stomachic, tonic. Single product April 1997
Replaces:
August 1996
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Leafs Roots
Common Names:
Dandelion, Lion's Tooth, Blowball, Wild Endives, Spring's Delight.

Parts Used:
Roots and leaves.

Historical Uses:
Dandelions have long been used in herbal remedies to improve the functions of digestive and eliminatory systems and as a tonic.1 The leaves are known to be a good source of vitamin A, iron and potassium.1 The potassium it contains strengthens the muscles and stabilizes blood sugar. The leaves have been employed to clean blood and skin, strengthen eyesight (specially night vision) and to stimulate the flow of bile.1 Dandelion Roots are a valuable source of sodium used for the relief of ulcers, stomach disorders and for joints and muscles stiffness. The roots and leaves are also said to drain kidneys, liver and to eliminate uric acid which accounts for their use in the treatment of rheumatism and gallstones.1,2 Dandelion is an excellent blood and liver purifier. The spectrum of vitamins and minerals it contains makes it a wonderful spring tonic.

Contraindications:
None.

Adverse reactions:
None.

Dosage:
10 to 40 drops or more three times per day.

References:
The Lawrence Review of Natural Products; Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990; Plantes M�dicinales, Gr�nd, Paris, 1984; Jean Palaiseul, La v�rit� sur les plantes et la vie naturelle, France Loisirs, Paris, 1972; Atlas des plantes m�dicinales, Fernand Nathan, Paris, 1976; S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989.





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1 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990.
2 Jean Palaiseul, La v�rit� sur les plantes et la vie naturelle, France Loisirs, Paris, 1972, p.52.
This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.