10 Benefits of Dandelion Tea

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May Fight Cancer

Among the most promising benefits of dandelion is its potential to prevent the growth of cancerous cells in various organs. One study found treating cancerous cells with dandelion leaf extract significantly impeded their growth. The extract from the roots and flowers of dandelion did not have the same impact.8Sigstedt, Sophia C, et al. ‘Evaluation of Aqueous Extracts of Taraxacum Officinale on Growth and Invasion of Breast and Prostate Cancer Cells.’ PubMed, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18425335

According to other studies, dandelion root extract may have the ability to inhibit the growth of cancerous cells in pancreatic, colon and liver tissues.8Sigstedt, Sophia C, et al. ‘Evaluation of Aqueous Extracts of Taraxacum Officinale on Growth and Invasion of Breast and Prostate Cancer Cells.’ PubMed, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18425335 However, further research is needed to ascertain these benefits.

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