While dandelions are indigenous to the northern hemisphere, it can now be found in many different locations across the world. Learn what are the health benefits of dandelion flowers in this post.

Dandelion has a history of uses that stretches back in time over 2000 years. Different people and cultures have used this herb to move stagnation and bring cleansing. It is a powerful spring tonic.

The power and might of this herb can be seen in its persistence and resilience. 

The way that its yellow flowers readily pop up on lawns. It often grows in depleted soils, its deep roots reaching down to bring up the nutrients hidden in the soil. It works to replenish and remineralise the poor soil it grows in, and it does much the same in people.

Top Health Benefits of Dandelion Herb and Flowers

The roots of this herb are a fantastic liver tonic, helping to reduce liver congestion and support gall bladder health. 

Dandelion helps to detoxify the body, too. Providing gentle digestive support and blood cleansing means that this herb can help clear out all systems. It works on a gentle level, too, able to safely aid even stressed and sluggish systems.

In addition to the actions of the roots of this herb, the leaves are also beneficial. Helping to clear fluid retention and working on urinary system health. They can help resolve kidney and bladder infections without causing further depletion of the system. They do this as they are high in minerals that help support the urinary system.

Energetics

This herb also works strongly with the emotions of the liver. Helping to resolve and free up suppressed emotions of anger, frustration, and rage.

It is both transformational and stimulating, able to do powerful work. It is also highly nourishing and supportive.

And if you want this herb on hand, get this powerful herb here.

Katherine Knott

Katherine is a certified naturopath and the founding director of Acorn and Oak.   She began studying Naturopathy when she was 18 years old and has practiced in both Melbourne and rural Victoria.  She has also studied 2 1/2 years of nursing and midwifery, but decided that she was happier to work with women as […]

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Alyce Beaton

Alyce is qualified naturopath in Ballarat who loves supporting people on their health journey. Alyce believes optimising and restoring health first and foremost begins with food as medicine and creating healthy lifestyle habits. She is passionate about providing a safe, non judgement environment and endeavours to support her clients with strategies they can implement into […]

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