It's a laxative, a stomach remedy, a promoter of healthy circulation, a skin toner, and a blood vessel cleanser and strengthener. It cures rheumatism, badly affected arthritic joints, and it's a marvelous tonic. It's the common dandelion. Dandelion is one plant which probably requries no desciption. A native of Europe, it is ubiquitous in North America.
Dandelion appears to be essentially free of significant toxicity or side effects.
In summary, no significant therapeutic benefits should be expencted from the use of any dandelion products. The roots may stimulate the appetite a bit and aid digestion, as well as produce a slight laxative effect. Leaves of the plant may also have a transient diuretic action. However, many persons do enjoy dandelion greens, and they are a fairly good source of vitamin A and some say that the roasted root provides a tasty coffee substitute. P. H. List and L. Horhammer, Eds.