ALFALFA (mendicago sativa)

BARLEY GRASS

BILBERRY (Vaccinium myrtillus)

CAT’S CLAW (Uncaria tomentosa)

CAYENNE PEPPER (Capsicum annuum)

CHAMOMILE (anthemis nobilis)

DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)

DON QUAI (Angelica sinensis)

ECHINACEA (Echinacea purpurea,
                      Echinacea angustifolia)

GARLIC (allium sativum)

GINKGO BILOBA

GINSENG (panax ginseng)

MILK THISTLE (Silybum marianum)

SAW PALMETTO (Serenoa repens)

SPIRULINA

VALERIAN

 

 
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DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)


The common dandelion, considered a nuisance in the perfect yard, is a particularly nutritious food. Its leaves contain substantial levels of vitamins A, C, D, and B complex as well as iron, zinc, magnesium, manganese, potassium, copper, choline, calcium, silicon, and boron. For centuries, the root and the leaves of the dandelion plant have been used for the treatment of liver, kidney and gallbladder problems.


Possible benefits and uses:

 

  • Aids in treatment of liver disorders

  • Cleanses and detoxifies the liver

  • Very beneficial as a diuretic and laxative

  • May help prevent iron deficiency anemia due to its high mineral content

  • Works as a weight loss aid

  • Aids digestion

  • May be beneficial in the treatment of PMS


Contraindications:
 

·          Should be avoided by people with gallstones

 

 

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