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dandelion extract latin name: taraxacum mongolicum hand.-mazz botany: dandelion is a common meadow herb of the asteraceae or sunflower family. there are about 100 species of dandelion, and all are beneficial. this sun-loving beauty is a native of greece, naturalized in regions throughout the world, and familiar to nearly everyone. the perennial dandelions grows freely wherever it can find a bit of earth and a place in the underground. used part: root and aerial parts. appearance: yellowish brown to brown powder nutritional content: dandelion contains lactupicrine, a bitter principle, tannin, insulin, a latex-like substance, polysaccharides, and carotene. main constituent: flavonoids. molecular formula: c29h30o16. molecular weight: 610.51. specsification: 20% flavonoids; 10:1 uv function: dandelion extract is used to treat liver and gallbladder obstructions, improve liver function, promote bile production and as a diuretic. 1. correcting liver function: dandelion extract is used in inflammation and congestion of liver. as one of the most effective detoxifying herbs, it acts by filtering toxins and wastes from the bloodstream, the gallbladder, the liver and the kidneys. it stimulates bile production, and helps the body get rid of excess water produced by the diseased liver. the australian journal medical herbalism vol 3 (4),1991, refers to two studies, one by vivarelli in 1938 and the other in britain, which demonstrate the liver healing properties of dandelion. they found that dandelion successfully treats hepatitis, liver swelling, jaundice and indigestion in those with inadequate bile secretion. 5 it is also used in the early stages of liver cirrhosis such as alcoholic cirrhosis.3 2. cholagogue: extract of dandelion, flavonoids can double the flow of bile. this is critical in the process of toxin elimination, because bile flow is a natural secretion essential to transporting toxins from the liver to the intestines, where they are shuttled out of the body. an english study found that in addition to increasing biliary flow, dandelion extract can restore biliary function. its cholagogue effect is useful for liver and gall bladder inflammation , eliminate gallstones and congestion, as well as jaundiced states. 3. diuretic: extract of dandelion leaves is a powerful diuretic. unlike many conventional diuretics, dandelion leaves do not leach potassium from the body. in fact, the leaves are so rich in this mineral that they function as a potassium supplement. this diuretic action is responsible for the dandelion's use as a treatment for high blood pressure. packing detail: packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside. net weight: 25kgs/drum. i.d. 40cmx50cm storage situation: stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture and strong light / heat. shelf life: two years under well storage situation and stored away from direct sun light.