Name: Dandelion root P.E.
Latin Name: Taraxacum officinale
Part of Used: entire grass
Cas No.: 68990-74-9
Molecular formular: C15H14O3
Molecular Weight: 242.27
Active Ingredient: Flavones 3%/Total Sitosterol 10%
Specification: 5:1;10:1
Storage: Dark, cool, dry place preservation
Packing: 25Kg / Fibre drum
Durability: 2 years
Appearance: brown powder
Introduction: Historically, dandelion roots have been used as a substitute for coffee, as well as for a variety of medicinal purposes. Traditional medicine has used dandelion roots and leaves for centuries to help in treating joint conditions, kidney problems and gallbladder disorders, as well as to treat cancer and eczema, according to the University of Michigan Health System. Native Americans and Chinese herbalists also used dandelion roots to treat gastrointestinal problems, breast disorders and other inflammation-related conditions, says the University of Maryland Medical Center.
Function:
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It is a general stimulant to the system, but especially to the urinary organs, and is chiefly used in kidney and liver disorders.
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In folk medicine, Dandelion is also used as a remedy for hemorrhoids, gout, rheumatism, eczema, other skin conditions, and diabetes. Its effectiveness for these problems has not, however, been verified.
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In Asian medicine, dandelion is used to treat chronic ulcers, stiff joints, and tuberculosis. It is also used to induce milk production in nursing mothers and to soothe inflamed breast tissue.
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