Dandelion

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

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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

Micro Ingredients Liver Advanced+, NOW Detox Cleanse 90ct, HealthForce SuperFoods Vitamineral Green and 9 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

Misleading

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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