Dandelion is known as being a hardy plant, growing vigorously everywhere in the meadows, lawns, and fields. The plant features long, stout taproots from which long,jagged dark green leaves rise directly from the ground surface in radiating fashion.

The name dandelion is derived from the French phrase ‘dent de lion,’ which means ‘lion’s tooth.’ This refers to the jagged-edged leaves of this weed.

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Dandelion leaf is an excellent source of iron, calcium, vitamins A and C, beta-carotene, and especially sodium. It has been said that perhaps dandelions may have been one of the “bitter herbs” mentioned in the Bible.
 
Dandelion is one of the key herbs used to purify the blood and support the kidneys and pancreas.  Dandelion leaves are especially helpful as a diuretic and helpful for cellulite and fluid retention.  The combination of root and leaves are known to be helpful in dissolving urinary stones and gravel.  As far as the pancreas goes, the diabetes facts are that this is a very important herb when it comes to helping to increase insulin secretions, which is beneficial for diabetics.
 
As an excellent liver cleanser, dandelion aids in increasing the output of the liver as well as the flow of bile into the intestines and the activity of the pancreas and spleen. This makes it a great treatment for hepatitis, yellow jaundice, and other liver-related problems. By helping to purify the blood, dandelion helps with certain types of anemia. Certain acids that build up in the blood due to weight loss are known to be destroyed by dandelion. It also helps with low blood pressure and builds energy as well as endurance.
 
Dandelion is excellent for female organs as well. It is known to enrich breast milk in nursing mothers which benefits both mother and child. It is also known to aid women suffering from premenstrual syndrome, and they may find that the diuretic action of dandelion helps to relieve some of the symptoms.
 
The flowers of dandelion are a rich source of lecithin. This is the essential nutrient that elevates the brain’s acetylcholine.  This means that it may help retard or stop regression of mental ability caused by Alzheimer’s disease. Lecithin also aids the body in maintaining good liver function. Dandelion also helps to open the urinary passages as part of its cleansing process.
 
It is important to note that dandelion is also known as a bitter herb.  This means that it helps to activate the entire digestive tract and liver and in doing so helps to ease digestion, increase appetite and the flow of digestive juices, and cleanse the liver. The herb is known to help treat liver disease and sluggish liver as well as help to dissolve gallstones.  
 
Proper kidney function is essential for living healthy. The sesquiterpene lactones (bitter) compounds found in both dandelion leaf and dandelion roots have diuretic effects. This diuretic effect of dandelion leaf is important in cleansing the kidney because it increases urination.  This increase in urination helps to remove certain toxins from the kidney.