Traditional Medicinals Dandelion Leaf & Root Tea, Organic

Description: Herbal Power – Dandelion Leaf & Root supports digestion & kidney health while aiding the body's natural detoxification process Taste – Enjoyably mild and sweet Personality – Motivating, capable and encouraging Caffeine Level – Caffeine Free What are the Benefits of Dandelion Dandelion's benefits are often overlooked as most gardeners consider it a common garden weed. However, it is actually one of the great medicinal plants of Traditional European Herbalism. Dandelion root is rich with inulin and other prebiotic starches that feed healthy gut bacteria, while other herbal compounds within dandelion's leaves support kidney function. The bitter flavor of dandelion, produced by sesquiterpene lactones, helps prepare the body for digestion. Tasting the bitter flavor promotes digestion while also stimulating the elimination of bile from the gallbladder. Healthy elimination is vital, which is why dandelion's action as a gentle diuretic can help support the body's natural detoxification processes. In other words, dandelion tea makes you pee. Summary: The bitter flavor of dandelion, produced by sesquiterpene lactones, helps prepare the body for digestion. Tasting the bitter flavor promotes digestion while also stimulating the elimination of bile from the gallbladder. Healthy elimination is vital, which is why dandelion’s action as a gentle diuretic can help support the body’s natural detoxification processes. Directions: Pour 8 oz freshly boiled water over 1 tea bag Cover cup and Steep for 10-15 minutes Squeeze tea bag to ensure maximum goodness in your cup. Enjoy 3-4 cups per day. Best if drunk daily for up to 2 weeks, followed by a break of 1 week. FOR ADULTS ONLY! Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have liver or gallbladder disorders, bowel obstruction or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Discomfort due to gastric hyberacidity may occur after taking herbs that contain bitter substances such as chicory and dandelion. DO NOT USE if you have kidney disease, diabetes, or heart failure, or if you are allergic to plants in the daisy (Asteraceae) family, such as Echinacea or dandelion. This product should be used for periods of up to 2 weeks, followed by a break before resuming. Ingredients: dandelion leaf, dandelion root