Dandelion is one of the oldest medicinal plants, used in traditional medicine for centuries – primarily as an aid to digestion, detoxification and liver function. Although it is often associated with folk medicine, modern nutrition is rediscovering its benefits and including it in nutritional supplements as a natural support for daily metabolism. Its bitterness stimulates the function of bile and digestive enzymes, which is key to better nutrient breakdown and feeling good after meals.
Dandelion in folk medicine and modern nutrition
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is one of the oldest and most researched wild plants in the European herbal tradition. Its use for support for digestion, liver and body cleansing were known to many ancient cultures, from medieval Europe to traditional Chinese medicine. Nowadays, dandelion is also gaining popularity as a functional ingredient in dietary supplements, designed to naturally support metabolism, especially with a modern, sedentary lifestyle.
Dandelion contains many bioactive substances, such as sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids, phenolic acids and inulin, which give it its beneficial properties. (1*)
Its role in supporting the digestive system and liver function
In traditional use, dandelion is known as bitterness, which stimulates the action of digestive juices, appetite and bile secretion. Thus, it is said to help easier digestion of fatty foods, regulating discharge and natural liver support – an organ that is key to the body's metabolism and detoxification.
Although scientific confirmation of some effects is still pending, certain studies have shown that dandelion extracts may affect the antioxidant status of the liver and enzyme expressionrelated to detoxification. (2*)
Why we include dandelion in modern dietary supplements
Dandelion is often added to dietary supplements today for:
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Metabolism and digestion support
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Traditional help with bloating
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Natural support for detoxification of the body
Because it contains inulin, also works as prebiotic, which has a beneficial effect on the gut microbiota – which is key to overall health, energy and immunity. (3*) In combination with other plants such as parsley, artichoke and bitter melon, dandelion is used to comprehensive support for detoxification functions.
Elixré Bye Bye Fat – a natural synergy of dandelion, parsley, bitter melon and more
Elixré Bye Bye Fat is a modern nutritional product that combines dandelion power, parsley, bitter melons, lemons, green tea and L-carnitine – all in one functional formula. The product is intended for those who want to:
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Support normal fat metabolism
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Encourage digestive function
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Reduce the feeling of bloating
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Complement an active lifestyle
It is an advanced combination of plant extracts based on knowledge phytotherapy and modern formulations to naturally support digestive balance.
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How to combine with exercise and a balanced diet
Although dandelion has an important place in the body's natural support, the key to results is always in the holistic approach.We recommend combining the consumption of dandelion products with:
Regular physical activity (at least 30 minutes a day)
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Balanced diet, rich in fiber and low in processed fats
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Daily intake enough fluid, which helps the body eliminate waste products
With this approach, dandelion can become an effective part of your path to feeling lighter, more energetic and more balanced.
Literature: (*)
1.Source: A comprehensive review of the benefits of Taraxacum officinale on human health, (A. Di Napoli & P. Zucchetti), https://bnrc.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s42269-021-00567-1
2. Source: Hepatoprotective activity of taraxacum officinale extract against CCl4-induced liver injury in rats, (N.S. Salim, MF Abo El-Maati, S.A. Abdelnour, M.E. Abdel-Alim), https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212429225008843
3. Source: Inulin-Type Fructans: Functional Food Ingredients, (M. Roberfroid), https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S002231662209438X
