You shouldn't Pull That Weed! It's a Natural Healer!
The Effective Healing and Cleansing Properties of Dandelion Leaves and Roots
The dandelion is the only plant that completely represents the three heavenly bodies, we often see: the sun (the yellow-colored flower), the moon (the puff ball), and the stars (seeds dispersed). But no matter how beautiful this plant is, it's regarded as a weed; and an annoying one, due to its staying power. No matter how many times you pull it out, it refuses to die due to its regenerative abilities. It just grows back again. Now, gardeners are trying all sorts of tactics to remove this weed, but in this essay, we're going to tell you to stop, and think about the things that you can do with this extraordinary plant.
Dandelion offers lots of benefits: it - helps control cholesterol, regulates blood sugar and insulin levels, reduces stress,boosts bone health and can be used topically as a natural skin care ingredient. . Here are a few benefits that we think are most notable.
Fiber-rich
It contains a lot of dietary fiber. As you might already know, dietary fiber assists the digestive system. It helps stimulate healthy bowel movements, avoiding bowel problems and diarrhea. It regulates intestinal health, which means it helps to avoid serious gastrointestinal issues. It generally helps stimulate the appetite, which is why it's often given to patients who have suffered from trauma and post surgery.
Weight loss
Being diuretic by nature, this plant promotes the production of urine. By urinating, we lose fat-this is because our urine consists of approximately 4% fat. So, without causing negative effects, the dandelion can help us lose water weight. The large amount of potassium in dandelions allows us to renew potassium lost in urine when the plant is used as a diuretic, making it a healthier choice than diuretics which do not replenish our potassium stores. As an added benefit, it helps the kidney get rid of salt and other wastes.
Cancer
Antioxidants, namely Vitamin C and Luteolin are known to reduce the risk of cancer. According to the Natural Healing and Nutritional Annual, 1989 (Bricklin and Ferguson 1989), Vitamin A and fiber are also important in fighting cancers of epithelial tissue, including the mouth and lungs. Creating Health Institute notes that "Tof-CFr [is] a glucose polymer similar to lentinan, which Japanese researchers have found to act against cancer cells in laboratory mice." All of these abtuixudabts can all be found in dandelions.
Gallbladder and liver
Dandelion can increase the production of bile-the fluid that is made and released by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile is used by the body to purge harmful toxins out of the system. Dandelion helps reduce inflammation and release obstructions in the bile ducts as well.
If you're not too sure…
Of course, if you're unsure of the effect of this herb in your own body, you may want to meet with a qualified herbalist. Naturally, if you are suffering from any chronic ailment under a doctor's care, you should consult your physician before making any changes to your care regimen, including adding herbal remedies.
Dandelion flower can enhance night vision
Most of the remedies listed in this article are made by cleaning and preparing the root and/or leaves of the dandelion into a tea. However, the flower also has been shown to have remedial effect. The American Journal of Medicine reported in a study in 1951 that the freshly picked flowers of the dandelion contain a substance called helenin, which, when made into a tea can provide improvement for those experiencing poor night vision.
And of course, another great thing about dandelion is that its leaves, roots, and flowers are all edible-it tastes slightly bitter, though so may take some getting used to. But food experts say that if you harvest the plant during the fall or spring, it loses some of its bitterness. Also, cooking it and adding some seasonings is a surefire way to improve the taste.
The dandelion is the only plant that completely represents the three heavenly bodies, we often see: the sun (the yellow-colored flower), the moon (the puff ball), and the stars (seeds dispersed). But no matter how beautiful this plant is, it's regarded as a weed; and an annoying one, due to its staying power. No matter how many times you pull it out, it refuses to die due to its regenerative abilities. It just grows back again. Now, gardeners are trying all sorts of tactics to remove this weed, but in this essay, we're going to tell you to stop, and think about the things that you can do with this extraordinary plant.
Dandelion offers lots of benefits: it - helps control cholesterol, regulates blood sugar and insulin levels, reduces stress,boosts bone health and can be used topically as a natural skin care ingredient. . Here are a few benefits that we think are most notable.
Fiber-rich
It contains a lot of dietary fiber. As you might already know, dietary fiber assists the digestive system. It helps stimulate healthy bowel movements, avoiding bowel problems and diarrhea. It regulates intestinal health, which means it helps to avoid serious gastrointestinal issues. It generally helps stimulate the appetite, which is why it's often given to patients who have suffered from trauma and post surgery.
Weight loss
Being diuretic by nature, this plant promotes the production of urine. By urinating, we lose fat-this is because our urine consists of approximately 4% fat. So, without causing negative effects, the dandelion can help us lose water weight. The large amount of potassium in dandelions allows us to renew potassium lost in urine when the plant is used as a diuretic, making it a healthier choice than diuretics which do not replenish our potassium stores. As an added benefit, it helps the kidney get rid of salt and other wastes.
Cancer
Antioxidants, namely Vitamin C and Luteolin are known to reduce the risk of cancer. According to the Natural Healing and Nutritional Annual, 1989 (Bricklin and Ferguson 1989), Vitamin A and fiber are also important in fighting cancers of epithelial tissue, including the mouth and lungs. Creating Health Institute notes that "Tof-CFr [is] a glucose polymer similar to lentinan, which Japanese researchers have found to act against cancer cells in laboratory mice." All of these abtuixudabts can all be found in dandelions.
Gallbladder and liver
Dandelion can increase the production of bile-the fluid that is made and released by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile is used by the body to purge harmful toxins out of the system. Dandelion helps reduce inflammation and release obstructions in the bile ducts as well.
If you're not too sure…
Of course, if you're unsure of the effect of this herb in your own body, you may want to meet with a qualified herbalist. Naturally, if you are suffering from any chronic ailment under a doctor's care, you should consult your physician before making any changes to your care regimen, including adding herbal remedies.
Dandelion flower can enhance night vision
Most of the remedies listed in this article are made by cleaning and preparing the root and/or leaves of the dandelion into a tea. However, the flower also has been shown to have remedial effect. The American Journal of Medicine reported in a study in 1951 that the freshly picked flowers of the dandelion contain a substance called helenin, which, when made into a tea can provide improvement for those experiencing poor night vision.
And of course, another great thing about dandelion is that its leaves, roots, and flowers are all edible-it tastes slightly bitter, though so may take some getting used to. But food experts say that if you harvest the plant during the fall or spring, it loses some of its bitterness. Also, cooking it and adding some seasonings is a surefire way to improve the taste.
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