Dandelion Root Tincture

Taraxacum officinale is the scientific name for a flowering herbaceous perennial plant of the family Asteraceae. It is also commonly known as Dandelion, Common Dandelion, Blowball, Puffball, Swine Snout, and Wild Endive. The herb prefers temperate climates and grows around the world, including the USA, along with certain European and Asian countries.   Parts Used: RootCertified OrganicCountry of Origin: USA Uses and Benefits: Digestion Urinary Health Blood Circulation Gallbladder Support Dandelion is the source of: Inulin Carotenoids Fatty acids Minerals Sugars Choline Vitamins Mucilage Pectin Traditional Uses: Dandelion has been used in folk medicine for hundreds of years. In traditional Chinese medicine, it was used for various digestive health conditions including loss of appetite, dyspepsia, excessive gas, and gallstones. Native Americans used Dandelion to promote urination and support the gastrointestinal system. It has also been used by folk healers as a tonic for blood cir