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Top Health Benefits Of Dandelion: 

• Improves Bone Health:

Dandelion improves bone health, prevents bone density loss due to the calcium, phosphorus, Vitamins C and Vitamin K in it.

• Boosts Liver and GallBladder:

It boosts the liver and gall bladder function, helps in proper secretion of bile and consequently digestion. Dandelions have anti inflammatory properties that enhance the immune system and strengthen the liver and gallbladder. It has been found to stimulate bile production and can eliminate any inflammatory conditions of the bile duct.

• Controls Blood Sugar:

The plant keeps the blood sugar levels low as it aids insulin production. It also benefits diabetics by its diuretic property of increasing output of urine, and keeping the kidneys well flushed and clean.

• Improves Memory:

Rich in choline and lecithin, it can improve memory. These components together increase the production of acetylcholine, which is responsible for nerve to nerve synapse communications to the brain. This affects memory, muscle movement and learning. Individuals that have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease have been found to have low levels of acetylcholine.

• Prevents Infection:

It treats infection of the urinary tract and makes it healthy.

• Effective against Cancer:

Dandelion leaf tea has been found to reduce breast cancer cells while the root tea was found to kill leukemia cells. Also, a dietary supplement containing dandelion showed suppression of the growth of prostate cells.

• Dandelion extracts have been found to reduce oxidative stress and inflammation which are the cause of many diseases like cancer, cardiovascular disease, neurogenerative diseases like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's etc.

• Effective as a natural diuretic. 

Has been utilized by women for centuries to alleviate water retention prior to their periods. It has been found to be effective in lowering blood pressure in those that suffer from mild hypertension. Rich in linoleic and linolenic acid, these essential fatty acids are utilized by the body to produce prostaglandin, which regulates blood pressure. It is important to note here that the high potassium content in dandelions prevents the common side effects of many prescribed diuretics, which are potassium depleting.

• It also increases breast milk, reduces abscess in breast and intestines.