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dandelion /dan·de·li·on/ (dan´dĕ-li″on) a weedy herb, Taraxacum officinale, having deeply notched leaves and brilliant yellow flowers; used for dyspepsia, loss of appetite, urinary tract infections, and liver and gallbladder complaints. dandelion, n Latin names: Taraxacum officinale, Taraxacum laevigatum; parts used: buds, leaves, roots; uses: laxative, antihypertensive, diuretic, (under research: antitumor, immunogenic, colon disease, urolithiasis); precautions: pregnancy, lactation, those allergic to chamomile or yarrow root, patients with diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, stomach disorders, bile duct blockage, intestinal blockage, latex allergy; can cause nausea, cholelithiasis, gallbladder infection, contact dermatitis. Also called blowball, cankerwort, lion's tooth, priest's crown, puffball, swine snout, white endive, and wild endive. dandelion see taraxacum officinale. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Dandelion greens are also an excellent source of vitamin A and C and contains an abundance of iron and calcium, both necessary for the bleeding woman. Dandelion greens are popular in some parts of the country as an ingredient in soups and salads. Many wonderful, edible plants are dark, leafy greens: arugula, beet greens, bok choy, collard greens, dandelion greens, kale, lamb's quarters, mustard greens, spinach, Swiss chard, watercress. |
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