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    Dandelion: Health Benefits and Side Effects

    • Dandelion leaves, roots, and flowers may offer health benefits. These can include promoting liver health and fighting inflammation.
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    1. Highly nutritious

    From root to flower, dandelions are highly nutritious plants loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
    Dandelion greens can be eaten cooked or raw and ar… See more

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    2. Contains potent antioxidants

    Dandelion contains potent antioxidants, which may explain many of its medicinal properties.
    Antioxidants are compounds that help neutralize fr… See more

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    3. May help fight inflammation

    Dandelion may reduce inflammation thanks to compounds such as polyphenols.
    Inflammation is a natural immune system response to injury or infection. However, long-term i… See more

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    4. May aid in blood sugar management

    Chicoric and chlorogenic acid are two bioactive compounds in dandelion that may help decrease blood sugar levels.
    Test-tube and animal studies show that these comp… See more

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    Does dandelion have taraxacin?
    Dandelion root, as well as other plant parts, contains Taraxacin, a bitter crystalline principle, and Taraxacerin, an acrid resin. Further, the root also contains inulin (not insulin) and levulin. Together, these compounds are responsible for various therapeutic properties of the herb.
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