Taraxacum officinale
Seichblume, cow flower, Märzenbusch, dandelion flower
The stout taproot of the dandelion is up to 30 cm anchored deep in the ground. Dandelions are undemanding and widespread. Serrated leaves, hollow stem which a white juice contains and intense yellow flowers are typical of the dandelion. After ripening, seeds develop with small "parachutes" (Dandelion) and the prerequisite for a wide spread with the wind is given.
Heyday: March to April
Occurrence: On meadows, fields, in gardens, cracks in walls. Dandelions from wild collection and from cultures are used.
The herb and root of the dandelion are used to make medicinal products. The roots are harvested, cleaned, split and gently dried in spring together with the leaf rosette.
Stimulating effect on Liver and bilelike all drugs containing bitter substances.
The dandelion has a preventive effect:
An important area of application is Detoxification with a so-called spring cure. This cure with dandelion must, however, if it is to work properly, four to six weeks be persevered.
tea: For a daily amount you take 3-4 teaspoons cut the dandelion root (also together with some herb) and pour over it 3 large cups of cold water. This cold start is slowly heated to a boil, left to steep for a moment and then strained.
You always drink 1 cup with main meals especially if you Discomfort in the digestive tract want to alleviate.
At chronic rheumatism and for the spring cure it is advisable to take long mornings and evenings (at least 4 weeks) Drink 1 cup of tea.
juice: In the pharmacy you can get Dandelion root juice, can also be used for the spring or purification cure and also takes a tablespoon of juice every day at least four weeks a.
salad: A salad made from fresh dandelion leaves is recommended in the spring, as long as it is ensured that the herb is in advance not with chemical fertilizers or pesticides came into contact.
The best way to harvest dandelions is from your own garden, it stimulates the appetite and is "strengthening".
Dandelion root is very often Part of tea blends Which
to support in their function. Also an important component of metabolic teas as a spring cure and for purification:
1. Metabolic tea:
From this mixture 1 teaspoon pour a large cup of boiling water over it, Cover and steep for 10 minutes leave, if necessary, sweeten something with honey and 3 cups daily drink.
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2. Blood circulation tea for liver, gall bladder and kidneys:
Preparation and use as above.
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The patients who need Taraxacum are often depressed, irritable and unpowered.
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Commonly drops D1 to D3, 5 to 8 drops several times a day.
Dandelion is free from side effects in the indicated dosages.