What is Dandelion Leaf used for?+
Dandelion Leaf is best known for liver and detox. Take a daily decoction or tincture for 4–8 weeks as a season-change tonic.
What's the best way to prepare Dandelion Leaf?+
Dandelion Leaf can be prepared as infusion, tincture, and fresh in salad. For leaves and flowers, an infusion (steep in just-boiled water, covered) is best. For roots, barks, and seeds, a decoction (simmer for 20–30 minutes) is needed to extract the actives. Tinctures and capsules are convenient when you don't want to brew.
How much Dandelion Leaf should I take?+
Infusion: 1 Tbsp dried in 8oz hot, steep 10 min, 2-3x daily; Tincture: 30-60 drops, 3x daily
What forms does Dandelion Leaf come in?+
Dandelion Leaf is sold as dried leaf, fresh, tincture, and tea. Whole dried herb is the most economical and lets you brew tea; tincture is convenient for daily use and travel; capsules are easiest if you don't like the taste.
How should I store Dandelion Leaf?+
Airtight glass, cool dark; dried 6-9 mo
Is Dandelion Leaf safe for pets?+
Dandelion Leaf is generally safe around pets. Safe for dogs and rabbits As always, larger medicinal doses should be cleared with your vet.
Where does Dandelion Leaf come from?+
Leaves; USA, Europe
What are the energetics of Dandelion Leaf?+
In traditional herbal systems like Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, Dandelion Leaf is considered cool, dry, bitter, and salty. Energetics describe how an herb feels in the body — cooling or warming, drying or moistening. They help match the herb to the person and the season.
