Dandelion

Also known as: Taraxacum officinale, common dandelion, dandelion root, dandelion leaf, lion's tooth

Evidence under review. — Not yet rated

Traditional herb with early evidence for liver support and inflammation relief, mostly in multi-ingredient formulas.

What it does

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a common edible plant used in traditional medicine for centuries. The provided clinical evidence shows it primarily as one ingredient in multi-herb formulas...
Evidence quality

Evidence base hasn't been formally rated yet. See research below.
Clinical dose

No established dose
Found in

Arrae Bloat, Live it Up Super Greens, Micro Ingredients Liver Advanced+ and 11 more

What the Science Says

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a common edible plant used in traditional medicine for centuries. The provided clinical evidence shows it primarily as one ingredient in multi-herb formulas that improved liver enzyme levels and reduced post-surgical facial swelling. Lab and animal studies suggest its compounds — including taraxasterol and phytol — may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, but these have not been tested in humans as standalone treatments.

What It Doesn't Do

No clinical evidence it works as a solo supplement for any condition. Not proven to detox your liver on its own. No human evidence it treats or prevents cancer. Not a proven diuretic based on the provided studies. Don't expect UTI relief from dandelion alone — the UTI study used a 5-ingredient formula.

Evidence-Based Benefits

Part of a multi-herb formula that improved liver enzyme levels in healthy adults over 180 days.

Weak Evidence

Effective at: 60 mL liquid formula twice daily (multi-ingredient)

Supporting studies (click to view on PubMed):

PMID 41659807 PMID 41909037

Topical dandelion combined with borneol reduced facial swelling and pain after jaw surgery.

Weak Evidence

Effective at: Topical application; exact dose not specified

Supporting studies (click to view on PubMed):

PMID 37746960

Part of a 5-ingredient supplement that improved UTI resolution rates in women with E. coli infections.

Weak Evidence

Effective at: Part of DAPAD complex, twice daily for 5 days

Supporting studies (click to view on PubMed):

PMID 36621376

Absorption & Bioavailability

Unknown — no pharmacokinetic data in provided human studies; used in liquid oral and topical forms in trials

Red Flags to Watch For

All positive clinical results come from multi-ingredient products — dandelion's individual contribution cannot be isolated
Anti-cancer findings are from cell cultures and mouse models only — do not apply to humans
No established safe standalone dose from the provided clinical studies
Topical use after surgery was combined with borneol — dandelion alone was not tested independently in that context

Supplement

Mostly Legit

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dandelion do?

Traditional herb with early evidence for liver support and inflammation relief, mostly in multi-ingredient formulas.

What is the effective dose of Dandelion?

No established dose

Is Dandelion safe?

All positive clinical results come from multi-ingredient products — dandelion's individual contribution cannot be isolated

What doesn't Dandelion do?

No clinical evidence it works as a solo supplement for any condition.

Research Sources

PubMed
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This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen. Last updated: 2026-05-25