Herbs and plantsDandelion—a lawn weed that supports the liver?
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Henryk Różański states that dandelion was used as a liver remedy, and that its extracts and juice are said to stimulate bile production and secretion and detoxify the body.
- Dandelion compounds are credited with protecting the liver against fatty liver and cirrhosis and preventing gallstones.
- Różański also states that young dandelion leaves are used in salads said to detoxify the liver.
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Henryk Różański
Dandelion is credited with protecting the liver against damage, cirrhosis, and fatty liver, and preventing bile stagnation and gallstones.
„It prevents deposits and gallstones from forming in the biliary system. It prevents bile stagnation. It is considered to protect the liver against damage, cirrhosis, and fatty liver.
Dandelion root has prebiotic properties. It has often been recommended for treating anemia, leukemia, and cancer, as well as general weakness of the body.”Zapobiega odkładaniu złogów i kamieni żółciowych w układzie żółciowym. Zapobiega zastojom żółci. Jest uznawany za czynnik ochraniający wątrobę przed uszkodzeniem, marskością i stłuszczeniem.
Korzeń mniszka ma właściwości prebiotyczne. Wielokrotnie był zalecany w leczeniu niedokrwistości, białaczki i chorób nowotworowych oraz przy ogólnym osłabieniu ustroju.
Henryk Różański
Young dandelion leaves are said to be used in salads that detoxify the liver.
„Young dandelion leaves can be eaten raw in spring salads that cleanse the blood and detoxify the liver, for example, with olive oil or cream.
Unfortunately, as Swiss authors report, dandelion can sometimes also have undesirable effects. I favor the classical, traditional approach to herbs: maintaining their traditional use, tried and tested and sometimes supported by hundreds of years of experience.”Młode listki mniszka nadają się do spożywania w stanie surowym, w formie sałatek wiosennych czyszczących krew o odtruwających wątrobę, np. z oliwką, śmietaną.
Niestety jak podają szwajcarscy autorzy mniszek ma też działanie czasem niepożądane. Ja jestem zwolennikiem klasycznego, dawnego podejścia do ziół, podtrzymywania tradycyjnego stosowania, sprawdzonego i potwierdzanego niekiedy od setek lat.
Henryk Różański
Dandelion was described as a liver remedy, and its extracts and juice are said to stimulate bile flow and production and have a detoxifying effect.
„In medicine, dandelion was described mainly as a typical “liver” remedy (hepatica). Water and alcohol extracts, as well as dandelion juice itself, have strong bile-stimulating, bile-producing, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties. These preparations stimulate the secretion of gastric juice rich in hydrochloric acid and pepsin, as well as pancreatic juice and intestinal enzymes.”Mniszek był w medycynie opisywano głównie jako środek typowo „wątrobowy” (hepatica). Wyciągi wodne i alkoholowe, jak i sam sok z mniszka posiadają silne właściwości żółciopędne, żółciotwórcze, odtruwające, przeciwzapalne i rozkurczowe. Przetwory te pobudzają wydzielanie soku żołądkowego bogatego w kwas solny i pepsynę, ponadto soku trzustkowego i enzymów jelitowych.
Henryk Różański
Dandelion compounds are credited with protecting the liver against fatty liver and cirrhosis and preventing gallstones.
„The active compounds in dandelion have a hepatoprotective effect, prevent fatty liver and cirrhosis, and prevent the formation of gallstones. Dandelion is a valuable lipotropic agent, meaning it regulates lipid metabolism and prevents fatty buildup in parenchymal organs.”Składniki czynne mniszka wywierają wpływ hepatoprotekcyjny, zapobiegają stłuszczeniu i marskości wątroby oraz powstawaniu kamicy żółciowej. Mniszek to cenny środek lipotropowy, czyli regulujący przemiany lipidów i zapobiegający stłuszczeniu narządów miąższowych.
Henryk Różański
Henryk Różański states that dandelion is used as a liver remedy, and animal experiments have shown that its extract works against indigestion caused by feed rich in fat and protein.
„Dandelion has been used in mainstream medicine since the 13th century as a typical “liver” remedy. It has been described and recommended by leading herbalists, including Mathhiolus, Gesner, Lonicerus, Fuchs, Zwinger, Delius, Bock, Bussemaker, and Chabrol.”Mniszek jest stosowany w medycynie oficjalnej od XIII wieku jako środek typowo „wątrobowy”. Opisywany i polecany przez największych fitoterpaeutów, m.in. Mathhiolus’a, Gesner’a, Lonicerus’a, Fuchs’a, Zwinger’a, Delius’a, Bock’a, Bussemaker’a, Chabrol’a.
Henryk Różański
Dandelion extracts and juice are said to stimulate bile flow and production and have detoxifying and anti-inflammatory effects.
„Water and alcohol extracts, as well as dandelion juice itself, have strong bile-stimulating, bile-producing, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties.
These preparations stimulate the secretion of gastric juice rich in hydrochloric acid and pepsin, as well as pancreatic juice and intestinal enzymes.”Wyciągi wodne i alkoholowe, jak i sam sok z mniszka posiadają silne właściwości żółciopędne, żółciotwórcze, odtruwające, przeciwzapalne i rozkurczowe.
Przetwory te pobudzają wydzielanie soku żołądkowego bogatego w kwas solny i pepsynę, ponadto soku trzustkowego i enzymów jelitowych.
Henryk Różański
Dandelion has long been used to stimulate bile production and flow and to detoxify the body.
„Dandelion has long been a popular and widely used remedy that stimulates bile production and flow, increases urination, boosts metabolism, detoxifies the body, and improves digestion. Dandelion flowers regulate menstruation and relieve premenstrual tension.”Mniszek od dawna był lubianym i powszechnie stosowanym środkiem żółciotwórczym, żółciopędnym, wzmagającym diurezę, pobudzającym przemianę materii, odtruwającym, poprawiającym trawienie. Kwiaty z mniszka regulują miesiączkowanie i znoszą napięcie przedmiesiączkowe.
Henryk Różański
Dandelion compounds are credited with protecting the liver, preventing fatty liver and cirrhosis, and preventing gallstones.
„The active compounds in dandelion have a hepatoprotective effect, prevent fatty liver and cirrhosis, and prevent the formation of gallstones. Animal experiments have shown that a hydroethanolic dandelion extract prevents indigestion caused by feed with a high concentration of fat and protein and stimulates the immune system, mainly the humoral response.”Składniki czynne mniszka wywierają wpływ hepatoprotekcyjny, zapobiegają stłuszczeniu i marskości wątroby oraz powstawaniu kamicy żółciowej. Doświadczenia na zwierzętach wykazały, że ekstrakt wodno-etanolowy z mniszka zapobiega niestrawności pasz o wysokiej koncentracji tłuszczów i białka oraz stymuluje układ odpornościowy, głównie humoralny.
Research from PubMed · Europe PMC
We selected 3 studies with the best, positive results. This is a selection, not a full review of all research.
Total number of studies on this topic in PubMed: 94.
A review of preclinical studies indicates that dandelion extracts may protect animals’ livers from damage, but their effectiveness in humans needs to be confirmed.
Aim of the study: Background:Taraxacum officinale (T. officinale), commonly known as dandelion, is a plant with recognized therapeutic properties in both traditional and modern medicine.
Results: Conclusions: While preclinical studies are promising, further clinical trials are essential to confirm the safety and efficacy of T. officinale in the treatment of liver diseases. Determining the optimal dosing, evaluating its potential as an adjuvant in pharmacological treatments, as well as evaluating possible interactions with conventional drugs, is necessary for the potential use of T. officinale as an adjuvant agent in the treatment of liver diseases.
Money for the studygovernment, public institutions · National Agency for Research and Development (ANID), University of Talca
Do the authors have ties to companies?no — the authors say so
Did a manufacturer help with the study?NO
Type of studydiscussion of other studies
“Not stated” does not mean nobody paid — the database does not always record it.
In a rat model of liver failure, dandelion root extract reduced markers of damage and oxidative stress and limited changes in liver tissue.
Aim of the study: Taraxacum officinale (TO) or dandelion has been frequently used to prevent or treat different liver diseases because of its rich composition in phytochemicals with demonstrated effect against hepatic injuries. This study aimed to investigate the possible preventing effect of ethanolic TO root extract (TOERE) on a rat experimental acute on chronic liver failure (ACLF) model.
Results: The in vivo results showed that treatment with TOERE administered in three chosen doses before ACLF induction reduced serum liver injury markers (AST, ALT, ALP, GGT, total bilirubin), renal tests (creatinine, urea), and oxidative stress tests (TOS, OSI, MDA, NO, 3NT). Histopathologically, TOERE diminished the level of liver tissue injury and 3NT immunoexpression. This paper indicated oxidative stress reduction as possible mechanisms for the hepatoprotective effect of TOERE in ACLF and provided evidence for the preventive treatment.
Money for the studynot stated · Ministerul Cercetării şi Inovării
Do the authors have ties to companies?no — the authors say so
Did a manufacturer help with the study?NO
Type of studyanimal study
“Not stated” does not mean nobody paid — the database does not always record it.
In rats, dandelion leaf extract limited liver damage caused by sodium dichromate.
Aim of the study: Taraxacum officinale (L.) Weber, commonly known as Dandelion, has been widely used as a folkloric medicine for the treatment of liver and kidney disorders and some women diseases such as breast and uterus cancers. The main objective of the present study was to assess the efficiency of T.
Results: In the liver, it was found to induce an oxidative stress, evidenced from increase in lipid peroxidation and changes in antioxidative activities. In addition, histopathological observation revealed that sodium dichromate causes acute liver damage, necrosis of hepatocytes, as well as DNA fragmentation. Interestingly, animals that were pretreated with TOE, prior to sodium dichromate administration, showed a significant hepatoprotection, revealed by a significant reduction of sodium dichromate-induced oxidative damage for all tested markers. These finding powerfully supports that TOE was effective in the protection against sodium dichromate-induced hepatotoxicity and genotoxicity and, therefore, suggest a potential therapeutic use of this plant as an alternative medicine for patients with acute liver diseases.
Money for the studygovernment, public institutions · Tunisian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Do the authors have ties to companies?not stated
Did a manufacturer help with the study?unknown
Type of studyanimal study
“Not stated” does not mean nobody paid — the database does not always record it.
Perspectives and opinion materials
The content below presents the authors’ opinions, interpretations and hypotheses. It is not treated as equal to scientific studies and systematic reviews.
Orthomolecular Medicine News Service Opinion material
„[13,14] The field of Orthomolecular Medicine should be recognized, if not emphasized, in the official discussion of nutrient needs. The term "orthomolecular" means using natural molecules from food to prevent and reverse disease. It advocates eating an excellent diet and taking supplements of essential nutrients where these are not adequately supplied by the modern diet. For example, immigrants from different cultures can be advised to use cod liver oil as ethnic Norwegians do, and to cut down on their excessive sugar consumption.”[13,14] The field of Orthomolecular Medicine should be recognized, if not emphasized, in the official discussion of nutrient needs. The term "orthomolecular" means using natural molecules from food to prevent and reverse disease. It advocates eating an excellent diet and taking supplements of essential nutrients where these are not adequately supplied by the modern diet. For example, immigrants from different cultures can be advised to use cod liver oil as ethnic Norwegians do, and to cut down on their excessive sugar consumption.
Orthomolecular Medicine News Service Opinion material
„If the baby's immune system is not so good, or the liver detoxification system is inhibited, then B. pertussis toxins can also get to the brain, but this is very rare. This is one reason why 1 in 200 babies can die-the official figures, which I am repeating back to you. What is more likely is that 1 in 200 babies who have received standard medical treatment, or no ascorbate treatment whatsoever, might die.”If the baby's immune system is not so good, or the liver detoxification system is inhibited, then B. pertussis toxins can also get to the brain, but this is very rare. This is one reason why 1 in 200 babies can die-the official figures, which I am repeating back to you. What is more likely is that 1 in 200 babies who have received standard medical treatment, or no ascorbate treatment whatsoever, might die.
Orthomolecular Medicine News Service Opinion material
„[1,2] This hormone, as well as the GLP-1 receptor agonists: Promote insulin release by binding GLP-1 receptors in the pancreatic β cells Stimulate the proliferation and differentiation of those β cells while inhibiting their demise (apoptosis) Reduce the secretion of glucagon (an agent that releases new glucose from its storage in liver glycogen) from the pancreatic α cells, helping to decrease circulating blood glucose levels Delay gastric emptying Reduce appetite Increase sense of fullness in the stomach (satiety) All these effects work to better control blood glucose levels and facilitate weight loss, including in patients without diabetes.”[1,2] This hormone, as well as the GLP-1 receptor agonists: Promote insulin release by binding GLP-1 receptors in the pancreatic β cells Stimulate the proliferation and differentiation of those β cells while inhibiting their demise (apoptosis) Reduce the secretion of glucagon (an agent that releases new glucose from its storage in liver glycogen) from the pancreatic α cells, helping to decrease circulating blood glucose levels Delay gastric emptying Reduce appetite Increase sense of fullness in the stomach (satiety) All these effects work to better control blood glucose levels and facilitate weight loss, including in patients without diabetes.
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