Dandelion Root Raw
Taraxacum officinale
Common dandelion
Asteraceae family
Physical use
A bitter herb that stimulates your digestion from top down. It is a mild laxative. By increasing bile production, it is great to have after fatty meals to help digestion. It is a diuretic that reduces swelling from joints, breast tissue, uterus and lower legs.
Conditions
- Jaundice, hepatitis
- Gall stones
- Congested/sluggish liver
- Dyspepsia (indigestion)
- Diabetes
Thermal qualities
- Cold
- Bitter
- Dry
- Salty
- Sweet
Chakra
- Solar plexus
- Root
Energetic use
- Balancing during times of stress, overwork, anger, frustration and grief
- Promotes spirit communication
- Releases resentment, for inner calm and strength