A green powder to purify and revitalize

Rich in potassium, flavonoids, and bitter substances, dandelion leaf powder is indicated for supporting diuresis, hepatorenal drainage, and overall vitality. It can be incorporated into capsules, plant-based drinks, or natural detox formulas.

Description

Fine green to olive-green powder with a strong plant-like odor and a bitter flavor. Obtained by gently drying and grinding whole leaves of Taraxacum dens leonis .

Nomenclature

• Common name: Dandelion, dandelion
• Latin name: Taraxacum dens leonis (syn. Taraxacum officinale )
• Family: Asteraceae
• Part used: Leaf
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Europe, temperate zones
• English name: Dandelion leaf powder
• German name: Löwenzahnblattpulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de hojas de diente de león
• Name in Italian: Polvere di foglie di tarassaco
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق أوراق الهندباء

Main virtues

Mild diuretic, liver cleanser, bitter tonic, mild remineralizer, digestive.

Main constituents

Potassium, flavonoids (luteolin, apigenin), chicoric acid, sesquiterpene lactones, mucilages, triterpenes, vitamins (A, C, B9).

Use and dosage

• Capsules: 300 to 400 mg of powder per capsule – 2 to 3 capsules per day for a 2 to 3 week course.
• Plant-based drinks/smoothies: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approximately 1 to 2 g) in juice, compote or smoothie – 1 time per day.
• Detox powder blends: combine with nettle, spirulina, chlorella or burdock.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Not recommended in case of gallstones or urinary tract obstruction without medical advice.
• Possible allergy in people sensitive to Asteraceae.
• Avoid in children under 6 years old without professional supervision.

History and traditional use

Used in European folk medicine since the Middle Ages, dandelion is a key plant in spring cures. Its leaves are known to "cleanse the blood" and stimulate the excretory organs, particularly the kidneys and liver. In powder form, it offers a modern, simple, and concentrated form of application.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: airtight bag, jar or bulk bag for internal preparations or encapsulation.
• Storage: dry, at room temperature, away from light.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Wikiphyto – https://www.wikiphyto.org/wiki/Dandelion
• Herbal Medicine – European and North American traditions

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