Digestion

Dandelion Root

Herbal root supplement with limited evidence for digestion and bowel regularity, usually taken as tea, capsules, or extract.

Dandelion Root

Herbal root supplement with limited evidence for digestion and bowel regularity, usually taken as tea, capsules, or extract.

score

evidence

Caution

risk

Proven Benefits

01May support gut microbiome

02May support digestion

03May support bowel regularity

Chemical Forms

Recommended

Dandelion root extract
Dried dandelion root
Dandelion root tea

Avoid

Proprietary blends without root amounts
Root products that hide the plant part or extraction method
Detox/liver formulas with no human evidence

Expert Note

No form has strong human evidence, but root-only teas and simple extracts are the most transparent options. Avoid blends that hide the dose or plant part, because claims about detox, liver support, or blood sugar are not well supported by root-specific trials.

Protocol

Amount

Not established

Frequency

Not established

When

Not established

Safety & Limits

Upper Safe Limit

No established UL (no reliable human ceiling has been defined)

Cycling

Safe for continuous use

Contraindications

Asteraceae/ragweed allergy — may trigger allergic reactions

Gallstones or bile duct obstruction — may aggravate biliary symptoms

Lithium therapy — possible diuretic effect may alter lithium levels

Pregnancy or breastfeeding — limited safety data

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